West Ham vs Arsenal Match Preview: Injury Updates and Team News

Match Context

West Ham host Arsenal at London Stadium, London, on 10 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 36. The fixture has not started yet, with West Ham sitting 18th on 36 points and a goal difference of -19, while league leaders Arsenal are 1st on 76 points with a goal difference of 41.

West Ham Availability

West Ham have one confirmed absentee. L. Fabianski (Back Injury) is sidelined. With Alphonse Areola, M. Hermansen and F. Herrick all available in the goalkeeping group, the impact is contained, and key attacking creator J. Bowen (8 goals, 10 assists) is fully available to start.

Arsenal Availability

Arsenal face more disruption in midfield and defense. M. Merino (Foot Injury) is sidelined, removing an experienced midfield option. J. Timber (Ankle Injury) is doubtful, a concern given his strong two-way output (3 goals, 5 assists and solid defensive numbers) from the back line. Leading scorer V. Gyökeres (14 goals, 1 assist) is available, preserving Arsenal’s main goal threat.

Impact Summary

West Ham lose experience in goal but retain their primary attacking outlet Bowen. Arsenal’s absence of Merino and the doubt over Timber slightly reduce their buildup and defensive balance, but with Gyökeres and creative support from players like L. Trossard and D. Rice, their overall attacking output remains largely intact.