After the transfer window’s dramatic finale, attention turns to the pitch as West Ham United welcomes defending Premier League champions Manchester City to the London Stadium. The Hammers have a daunting task ahead, given their dismal record against City, with only two wins in 15 home meetings since 2012.

Manchester City has been utterly dominant in recent encounters, winning nine of the last 10 matches against West Ham. The Citizens have inflicted some crushing defeats on the Hammers, including two 5-0 thrashings and two 4-0 victories, scoring an astonishing 39 goals in the process.

However, under new manager Julen Lopetegui, West Ham has shown signs of resurgence. Their 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace in the last Premier League match ended a 19-game wait for a clean sheet, and they’ll be eager to build on this momentum.

Injury concerns plague the Hammers, with Aaron Cresswell sidelined due to a hamstring issue. Edson Alvarez is in contention to start in midfield after recovering from injury, while Aaron Wan-Bissaka could make his debut at right-back. Niclas Fullkrug may make way for Michail Antonio in the starting lineup.

If Manchester City is to maintain their perfect start to the season, they must be at the top of their game. Julen Lopetegui’s side is capable of punishing any lapses in concentration, making this a potentially intriguing encounter.

Can West Ham United pull off a stunning upset, or will Manchester City’s dominance continue? The stage is set for an captivating clash in the Premier League.”