West Ham vs Man City LIVE early team news, predicted line-ups and score predictions

Manchester City get their Premier League title defence underway this afternoon as they begin the new season at West Ham.

The Blues will be aiming to make an early statement as they look to make it a hat-trick of titles this season, having watched Liverpool drop points in their opening encounter at Fulham yesterday.

Pep Guardiola's side though know all about the perils that could face them in London today, having had to come from behind to rescue a point against the Hammers in the final week of last season - a result which ultimately proved vital in City retaining their crown.

All eyes will be on Erling Haaland, with the Norwegian superstar expected to make his first Premier League start. He'll be aiming to hit the ground running following his move from Borussia Dortmund this summer, and make an early play for this season's Golden Boot.

Follow all the action from the London Stadium this afternoon with our live updates below.

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Our writers have had their say on who should get the nod this afternoon as City kick-off their title defence at the London Stadium.

You can check out their selections here.

Good afternoon, and welcome to today's matchday blog as Manchester City take on West Ham!

The Premier League is back, and the Blues get their title defence underway in London as they aim to make the perfect start.

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