Chris Sutton has predicted that West Ham United’s winless streak in the Premier League will likely continue when they face Chelsea on September 21, forecasting a 1-1 draw at the London Stadium. While acknowledging Chelsea’s inconsistent performances, Sutton remains uncertain about the impact of Julen Lopetegui at West Ham and questions whether replacing David Moyes with Lopetegui was truly an upgrade.
Sutton also pointed out West Ham’s significant summer spending but is skeptical about whether it will improve on last season’s ninth-place finish. Both teams have struggled with consistency, making it difficult to determine a clear winner, which is why Sutton is predicting a draw.
While it’s early in Lopetegui’s tenure, Sutton suggests that fans might have expected a stronger start. He adds that despite facing tough teams like Manchester City and Aston Villa, if West Ham wants to aim for European qualification, these are the kind of matches they should be aiming to win rather than settling for a draw.
