Overview
- The Premier League fixture is scheduled for Monday at the London Stadium in matchweek eight, with West Ham at home.
- West Ham sit 19th after five defeats in seven matches, while Brentford are 16th with seven points.
- Nuno Espírito Santo is seeking a lift after replacing Graham Potter, with a fan boycott reported for his first home game.
- West Ham forward Niclas Füllkrug is out injured, placing more attacking responsibility on captain Jarrod Bowen.
- Brentford navigate the departures of Thomas Frank, Bryan Mbeumo and Yoan Wissa, as Igor Thiago provides goals; DraftKings lists West Ham +150 and expert picks highlight both teams to score with Over 2.5 and West Ham draw no bet.