At a Glance
- West Ham faces Nottingham Forest in a must-win EPL relegation battle
- Nuno Espírito Santo could lose his job if West Ham loses
- Kickoff is Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 3 p.m. ET on USA Network
- Why it matters: Both teams desperately need points to avoid relegation
West Ham and Nottingham Forest meet in a crucial Premier League clash that could determine their survival hopes, with both managers under intense pressure.
The Stakes
West Ham enters the match in the relegation zone after a 3-0 defeat to Wolves over the weekend. Manager Nuno Espírito Santo, who was dismissed by Forest in September, faces potential dismissal if his team loses again.
Forest sits just four points above West Ham in 17th place after losing four consecutive matches during the Christmas period. The visitors desperately need to halt their slide toward the relegation zone.
How to Watch
United States: USA Network at 3 p.m. ET (12 p.m. PT)
Streaming options:
- Sling TV Blue plan ($46-51/month)
- YouTube TV
- Other live TV streaming services
United Kingdom: Sky Sports Main Event (Sky Go app for subscribers, Now Sports for cord-cutters)
Canada: Fubo (CA$27 first month, then CA$31.50/month)
Australia: Stan Sport (AU$20/month plus Stan subscription)
Match Details
| Location | Date | Time (Local) | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Stadium | Jan. 6 | 8 p.m. GMT | 3 p.m. ET |
The London Stadium hosts this pivotal encounter with both teams fighting for Premier League survival.
Key Takeaways
- West Ham must win to escape relegation zone
- Nuno Espírito Santo faces potential dismissal after Wolves defeat
- Forest aims to end four-match losing streak
- Both teams enter with poor recent form
This relegation six-pointer could define both clubs’ seasons as they battle to avoid dropping to the Championship.
