West Ham vs Arsenal Match Preview: May 10, 2026

West Ham host Arsenal at London Stadium, London, on 10 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 36. West Ham come into the fixture sitting 18th with 36 points and a goal difference of -19, fighting in the relegation zone. Arsenal travel as league leaders in 1st place on 76 points with a goal difference of 41, pushing for the title.

West Ham & Arsenal Availability

West Ham have one confirmed absentee. L. Fabianski (Back Injury) is sidelined. With Alphonse Areola available among several goalkeeping options, the impact is more about experience than recent league minutes. Creative talisman J. Bowen, one of the league’s top assist providers with 8 goals and 10 assists, is fully available and central to West Ham’s attacking hopes.

Arsenal face a more complicated picture. M. Merino (Foot Injury) is sidelined, removing a technically secure midfield option. J. Timber (Ankle Injury) is doubtful, a concern given his strong two-way contribution and 3 goals plus 5 assists from defense. Leading scorer V. Gyökeres, who has 14 league goals and 1 assist, is available and remains the main reference in attack.

Impact Summary

West Ham lose no primary attacking contributor but are without veteran cover in goal. Arsenal, however, are deprived of Merino’s control and risk missing Timber’s 8 direct goal contributions, a potential major blow to their buildup and defensive balance, even with Gyökeres fit to lead the line.