Round 36 ·
HT: 0-0
Updated:
Half Time
0–0
90 Min
0–1
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
West Ham United
3-4-2-1 · Nuno Espirito Santo
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Arsenal
4-2-3-1 · Mikel Arteta
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
Pressure had been the defining layer around this London Stadium fixture, and Arsenal handled it better when it mattered most. The 1-0 victory over West Ham United had sharpened the short-term picture for both sides: Arsenal protected momentum and confidence, while West Ham were left to reflect on a narrow defeat that hinged on fine margins in finishing and game management.
The match had stayed goalless at half-time, and that already pointed to a contest shaped by structure rather than chaos. West Ham had lined up in a 3-4-2-1, Arsenal in a 4-2-3-1, and the tactical tension showed through the first period as both sides worked through compact blocks, pressing triggers and transitions without creating sustained clarity in the final third. Yellow cards also hinted at how tightly it was contested, with West Ham receiving 3 and Arsenal 4.
After the interval, Mikel Arteta’s side had adjusted with control and spacing that improved their chance quality. Arsenal’s use of possession had become cleaner, and their attacks had gained better balance between width and central support. West Ham, by contrast, had been punished at key moments for tactical imbalances, particularly when their defensive distances opened and their recovery runs were tested. The decisive goal arrived in the 83rd minute, when Leandro Trossard finished after an assist from Martin Ødegaard, a move that captured Arsenal’s patience and precision.
The one-goal margin had summed up a match decided by detail. Five substitutions shaped the second-half rhythm, and both managers had tried to influence the game through fresh legs and altered matchups. Yet Arsenal’s coaching choices had ultimately better optimised the spaces between lines, while Nuno Espírito Santo’s side had struggled to maintain the same level of protection during key transitions. It was a disciplined away performance rather than a free-flowing one, but it was effective where it counted.
Arsenal left with a valuable result, while West Ham had to regroup quickly as the pressure around momentum continued.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This will be a pressure test with real consequence for both sides: West Ham United and Arsenal will be trying to protect momentum, sharpen their identity, and show the tactical discipline that can separate a strong finish from a wobble. At the London Stadium, the match will carry the feel of a character check as much as a football contest.
West Ham United will likely approach it through a 3-4-2-1, with Nuno Espirito Santo expected to judge the balance between pressing high and keeping the back line protected. If the first press is too aggressive, Arsenal could find space between the lines; if it is too passive, West Ham may spend long spells defending deep and surrendering control phases. In a game framed by pressure, the quality of the first duels and second balls could shape the rhythm early.
Arsenal, in a 4-2-3-1 under Mikel Arteta, will probably look to control possession, move West Ham’s block side to side, and create chances through patience rather than force. The challenge for the visitors will be turning territory into clear openings without being caught in transition. If the match stays level after the first hour, Arteta’s bench timing could become a decisive factor, especially if the game opens up and the tempo rises.
For Malta-based readers following Premier League weekends closely, this will be the kind of fixture that underlines how fine the margins can be at this level: one organised press, one clean transition, or one well-timed substitution could change the outcome. Both managers will be measured by how well their teams handle pressure without losing structure.
Control of the central zones may decide it.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
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Ball possession: West Ham United: 36%, Arsenal: 64%.
A chance presents itself to Konstantinos Mavropanos from West Ham United but his header goes wide
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Cristhian Mosquera from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Viktor Gyoekeres from Arsenal commits a foul by elbowing Konstantinos Mavropanos
Ball possession: West Ham United: 36%, Arsenal: 64%.
NO GOAL! - After reviewing the situation, the referee announces that the goal for West Ham United is revoked due to a previously committed foul.
VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for West Ham United.
Pablo is penalised for pushing David Raya
G O O O O A A A L! West Ham United score! Callum Wilson is on the scoresheet.
David Raya from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jarrod Bowen swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 35%, Arsenal: 65%.
Gabriel successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Callum Wilson is blocked
Konstantinos Mavropanos creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Viktor Gyoekeres hand-balls
Viktor Gyoekeres controls the ball with his hand
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Viktor Gyoekeres is penalised for pushing Mateus Fernandes
Gabriel relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Arsenal
The referee is not having the complaints from Leandro Trossard who is given a yellow card for dissent
Kai Havertz is penalised for pushing Crysencio Summerville
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
The fourth official shows there are 6 minute(s) of time to be added
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Konstantinos Mavropanos from West Ham United trips Viktor Gyoekeres
Ball possession: West Ham United: 34%, Arsenal: 66%.
A silly yellow card for William Saliba there as he kicks the ball away in frustration
William Saliba is penalised for pushing Callum Wilson
Callum Wilson is penalised for pushing Cristhian Mosquera
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Arsenal
Axel Disasi is leaving the field to be replaced by Callum Wilson in a tactical substitution.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 34%, Arsenal: 66%.
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Arsenal managed to score the important first goal. Will they build on that?
Martin Oedegaard provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Leandro Trossard scores with the right foot!
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Tomas Soucek relieves the pressure with a clearance
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Konstantinos Mavropanos from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Mads Hermansen from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Bukayo Saka is leaving the field to be replaced by Noni Madueke in a tactical substitution.
After a tactical foul, Cristhian Mosquera sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
Cristhian Mosquera from Arsenal goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Crysencio Summerville
Myles Lewis-Skelly relieves the pressure with a clearance
Jarrod Bowen from West Ham United swings in the corner from the right.
William Saliba relieves the pressure with a clearance
Oooh... that was a sitter! Mateus Fernandes should have scored from that position
Good effort by Mateus Fernandes as he directs a shot on target, but David Raya saves it
Pablo creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Declan Rice from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Bukayo Saka commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Reckless challenge there. Bukayo Saka commits a rough foul on Crysencio Summerville
Gabriel from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Arsenal
David Raya from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Jarrod Bowen swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
David Raya relieves the pressure with a clearance
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 31%, Arsenal: 69%.
Safe hands from Mads Hermansen as he comes out and claims the ball
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for West Ham United
A chance presents itself to Viktor Gyoekeres from Arsenal but his header goes wide
The cross by Bukayo Saka from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
William Saliba makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Gabriel from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Arsenal
Pablo from West Ham United fails to connect properly on the volley and sends the ball wide of target
Declan Rice from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
After VAR check, the referee decided to stay with the initial call - not to award a penalty for Arsenal!
VAR - PENALTY! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential penalty for Arsenal.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 31%, Arsenal: 69%.
The referee signals a free kick as Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United trips Leandro Trossard
Aaron Wan-Bissaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Gabriel attempts an effort on goal...
Konstantinos Mavropanos relieves the pressure with a clearance
Yellow card for Jean-Clair Todibo
Jean-Clair Todibo is shown a yellow card by the referee
Jean-Clair Todibo is penalised for pushing Viktor Gyoekeres
Valentin Castellanos is leaving the field to be replaced by Pablo in a tactical substitution.
Martin Zubimendi is leaving the field to be replaced by Kai Havertz in a tactical substitution.
Eberechi Eze is leaving the field to be replaced by Martin Oedegaard in a tactical substitution.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
West Ham United are in control of the ball.
Gabriel successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Jarrod Bowen is blocked
William Saliba makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 29%, Arsenal: 71%.
Cristhian Mosquera is penalised for pushing Tomas Soucek
The referee signals a free kick as Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United trips Declan Rice
Tomas Soucek is penalised for pushing Eberechi Eze
Aaron Wan-Bissaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for West Ham United
Ball possession: West Ham United: 31%, Arsenal: 69%.
Konstantinos Mavropanos from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Konstantinos Mavropanos from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Declan Rice swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Malick Diouf relieves the pressure with a clearance
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for West Ham United
Bukayo Saka fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Arsenal start a counter attack
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: West Ham United: 32%, Arsenal: 68%.
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Bukayo Saka from Arsenal trips Malick Diouf
Axel Disasi from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for West Ham United
Bukayo Saka from Arsenal tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Konstantinos Mavropanos relieves the pressure with a clearance
Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Crysencio Summerville
Malick Diouf wins an air challenge against Cristhian Mosquera
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 35%, Arsenal: 65%.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Jarrod Bowen shoots from outside the box, but David Raya has it under control
Jarrod Bowen tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of David Raya
William Saliba successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Valentin Castellanos is blocked
Jarrod Bowen creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
West Ham United are in control of the ball.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
West Ham United are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Riccardo Calafiori is leaving the field to be replaced by Cristhian Mosquera in a tactical substitution.
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: West Ham United: 33%, Arsenal: 67%.
Myles Lewis-Skelly is penalised for pushing Valentin Castellanos
Mateus Fernandes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Safe hands from David Raya as he comes out and claims the ball
Bukayo Saka successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Mateus Fernandes is blocked
David Raya from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Crysencio Summerville swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Valentin Castellanos sends a header towards goal, but David Raya is there to comfortably save it
The cross by Aaron Wan-Bissaka from West Ham United successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Aaron Wan-Bissaka relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: West Ham United: 33%, Arsenal: 67%.
Mads Hermansen from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Reckless challenge there. Tomas Soucek commits a rough foul on Myles Lewis-Skelly
Aaron Wan-Bissaka wins an air challenge against Riccardo Calafiori
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Gabriel from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Goal kick for West Ham United
Ball possession: West Ham United: 33%, Arsenal: 67%.
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Crysencio Summerville commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Reckless challenge there. Crysencio Summerville commits a rough foul on Gabriel
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Arsenal
Crysencio Summerville from West Ham United sends an effort wide of target
Crysencio Summerville goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Crysencio Summerville but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Crysencio Summerville finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Jean-Clair Todibo successfully blocks the shot
Eberechi Eze takes the free-kick but it is blocked by the wall
Ball possession: West Ham United: 32%, Arsenal: 68%.
Valentin Castellanos from West Ham United is booked after several commited fouls.
Valentin Castellanos is penalised for pushing Martin Zubimendi
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Valentin Castellanos from West Ham United trips William Saliba
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Arsenal
West Ham United are in control of the ball.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Mateus Fernandes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: West Ham United: 33%, Arsenal: 67%.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ben White is injured and is replaced by Martin Zubimendi.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Malick Diouf wins an air challenge against Bukayo Saka
David Raya from Arsenal intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
The game is restarted
Ben White is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 31%, Arsenal: 69%.
Ben White is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
The referee signals a free kick as Crysencio Summerville from West Ham United trips Leandro Trossard
Crysencio Summerville makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Axel Disasi from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Arsenal take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Malick Diouf relieves the pressure with a clearance
Konstantinos Mavropanos relieves the pressure with a clearance
Riccardo Calafiori heads towards goal...
The cross by Declan Rice from Arsenal successfully finds a teammate in the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Aaron Wan-Bissaka from West Ham United trips Leandro Trossard
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: West Ham United: 29%, Arsenal: 71%.
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Mateus Fernandes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for West Ham United
A player from Arsenal takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Konstantinos Mavropanos relieves the pressure with a clearance
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Jarrod Bowen successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Eberechi Eze is blocked
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Konstantinos Mavropanos is penalised for pushing Viktor Gyoekeres
Tomas Soucek makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: West Ham United: 29%, Arsenal: 71%.
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The match is very one-sided right now. Arsenal are clearly dominating possession
Goal kick for West Ham United
Riccardo Calafiori fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for West Ham United
A chance presents itself to Gabriel from Arsenal but his header goes wide
Bukayo Saka from Arsenal swings in the corner from the right.
A shot by Eberechi Eze is blocked
Viktor Gyoekeres from Arsenal heads towards goal but sees his effort blocked.
CROSSBAR! A header from Leandro Trossard hits the crossbar!
Leandro Trossard sends a header towards goal, but Mads Hermansen is there to comfortably save it
Declan Rice from Arsenal swings in the corner from the left.
Konstantinos Mavropanos successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Riccardo Calafiori is blocked
Leandro Trossard creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
West Ham United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Gabriel relieves the pressure with a clearance
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal are in control of the ball.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Mads Hermansen from West Ham United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
West Ham United are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: West Ham United: 22%, Arsenal: 78%.
West Ham United take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for West Ham United
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Arsenal take a throw-in in their own half of the field
West Ham United are trying to create something here.
West Ham United are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Riccardo Calafiori from Arsenal trips Tomas Soucek
Jean-Clair Todibo makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Arsenal are trying to create something here.
Jean-Clair Todibo relieves the pressure with a clearance
Cloudy conditions overhead at the moment.
The pitch is in good condition today allowing for more technical play
Arsenal kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to London Stadium, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to London Stadium where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to London Stadium where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to London Stadium, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to London Stadium, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from London Stadium. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Malta have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Malta broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
West Ham United vs Arsenal kicks off at 17:30 CEST in Malta on Sunday 10 May 2026.
Local broadcast partners for Malta have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Malta broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
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In the last 8 meetings between West Ham United and Arsenal, West Ham United have 3 wins, there has been 1 draw, and Arsenal have 4 wins.
This is a Premier League Round 36 match at London Stadium in London, England.
Status
Finished
Attendance
60,429
Winner
Arsenal
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