West Ham vs Bournemouth preview: What time does it start, where can I watch it live?

A look ahead to the Premier League fixture at Olympic Stadium

Friday 19 August 2016 11:19 EDT

Slaven Bilic believes his West Ham side have enough to reach the Europa League group stage (Getty)

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It’s a big game for…

Michail Antonio: There was a real paucity of proper wingers in England’s squad this summer, seemingly an area where options are few going forward. Although he looked out of sorts playing as a full-back against Chelsea, Antonio was a real threat from out wide last seasons and could be a good option for future internationals if he can continue to showcase his attacking flair.

Weird stat…

Last season featured the first time in Bournemouth’s history that they recorded a win against West Ham.

Remember when…

Callum Wilson scored a hat-trick at Upton Park last season.

Player to watch…

Lewis Cook: He was a glimmer of hope for Leeds fans last season and the 19 year old walks straight into the Cherries midfield with a great deal of promise. Cook has been in particular praised for his ability on the on the ball and could become an important part of Bournemouth’s squad.

Past three-meetings…

AFC Bournemouth 1 (Arter) West Ham 3 (Payet, Valencia x2), Premier League, January 2016

West Ham 3 (Noble penalty, Kouyate, Maiga) AFC Bournemouth 4 (Wilson x2, Pugh, Wilson penalty), Premier League, August 2015

West Ham 2 (Keller, Lampard) AFC Bournemouth 0, League Cup, October 1999

Form guide…

WEST HAM: LWLDLW

BOURNEMOUTH: LLLWWD

Vital information…

KICK-OFF TIME: 16:00 Sunday 21st August

TV: Live on Sky Sports 1, highlights on BBC1

Odds…

WEST HAM TO WIN: 20/21

BOURNEMOUTH TO WIN: 31/10

DRAW: 11/4

(Odds provided by BetVictor)

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