Manchester United will target a fifth consecutive Premier League victory when they face West Ham United at the London Stadium on Tuesday, as Michael Carrick looks to extend his strong start in charge.
United head to London on a four-match winning run since Carrick’s appointment, with victories over Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur.
A 2–0 home win against 10-man Spurs on Saturday has kept the Red Devils firmly in the race for Champions League qualification.
West Ham, meanwhile, come into the fixture boosted by a 2–0 away win at Burnley, a result that moved them to within three points of safety in the relegation battle.
The Hammers have won three of their last four league matches and have led at half-time in six of their last seven Premier League games.
Carrick’s return to the London Stadium carries added significance, with the United boss having begun his playing career at West Ham.
United have suffered only two defeats in their last 19 league matches, although goals have featured regularly in their away games, with both teams scoring in 11 of their 12 top-flight trips.
Team news points to few changes for United, with Patrick Dorgu, Mason Mount and Matthijs de Ligt still sidelined.
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West Ham will be without suspended centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo, while veteran goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski remains their only injury concern.
Key players are expected to shape the contest.
Bruno Fernandes has recorded a goal or assist in 11 of his last 15 league starts, while Crysencio Summerville has scored in his last five league and cup appearances for the hosts.
Despite West Ham’s recent improvement, their defensive record against top-eight sides remains poor, and United’s attacking options could prove decisive.
A win would give Carrick’s side five straight league victories for the first time since early 2024.
