The ongoing challenge of maintaining consistent performance continues to plague West Ham United, despite their impressive victory over Manchester United in their previous match. Currently positioned 13th in the league table, they’ve yet to achieve consecutive Premier League victories this season.
Their upcoming fixture presents a significant challenge as they travel to face an in-form Nottingham Forest, who have climbed to seventh place under Nuno Espirito Santo’s leadership.
Regarding team availability:
Nottingham Forest Injuries:
– Danilo is confirmed absent until after the new year
– Ibrahim Sangare is sidelined with a thigh issue but could potentially return by late January
– Morgan Gibbs-White’s status remains uncertain, with Santo previously indicating his recovery is being monitored daily
– Chris Wood’s participation is questionable following a recent injury, though Santo expressed optimism about his condition
West Ham Absences:
– Mohammed Kudus will miss the match due to a suspension for improper conduct
– Fullkrug remains unavailable with no specified return date, according to Lopetegui, who confirmed the player is still in recovery
The injury situations could significantly impact both teams’ tactical approaches and available options for this important fixture.