West Ham United’s Premier League fixture against AFC Bournemouth has been rescheduled to Monday, December 16, kicking off at 8 pm. The change comes as Crystal Palace progressed to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, with their upcoming clash against Brighton now set for Sunday, December 15. This adjustment allows the Eagles to meet the Seagulls midweek without a fixture clash.
December promises an intense run for the Hammers, with six matches packed into the month—a sharp contrast to the season’s start. International breaks in September, October, and November created a stuttering season, limiting chances to build momentum. West Ham’s absence from European competitions for four years has added to the lull, so fans and players alike will welcome the return to a full schedule.
Over the festive period, West Ham faces Brighton, Southampton, and Liverpool within a nine-day stretch, with Southampton as the sole away game on Boxing Day. The Hammers will then enjoy a 5 day rest over the New Year period before heading up to the Etihad to play Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City team.
