Premier League legend analyses West Ham’s away fixture against Fulham

After three points from the first three Premier League matches, Julen Lopetegui's side will visit Fulham for their second away fixture this season. In their previous away game, West Ham took a comfortable 2-0 win over Crystal Palace with brilliant performances from new signings Aaron Wan-Bissaka as well as Max Kilman. Now, after the international break the Hammers will face Fulham, who completed a league double over West Ham last season that included a massive 5-0 win against West Ham. 

Therefore, getting three points from this game is a huge task for Julen Lopetegui's side who are currently thirteenth in the Premier League, one point behind Fulham. Recently, Premier League analyst Paul Merson revealed his predictions for the match, suggesting a thrilling 2-2 draw between the two sides. Now, Premier League legend and the league’s all-time top goalscorer Alan Shearer has expressed his expectations from West Ham in this match, saying, 

Premier League legend analyses West Ham’s away fixture against Fulham

"Another London derby for these sides at the Cottage, and I have mentioned before that I see these derbies tough to call.

West Ham have had a tougher start to the season so it remains to be seen what they can do just yet.

There is likely not going to be much between them, so I am opting for another draw."

- Alan Shearer

Without a doubt, West Ham are a highly changed side this season with a new manager alongside nine new signings in this summer transfer window, therefore the Hammers need some time to adapt to their new tactics and playing style. Further, they have had two matches against Aston Villa and Manchester City at the beginning of the new season, thus, they are yet to find their best starting lineup with their new additions. Hence, this Fulham match is a big game for West Ham, who will want to find a good momentum after this match in order to perform well throughout the season.