West Ham vs. Watford for Premier League 2016: Dimitri Payet Returns; Kickoff, Odds, Live Stream and TV Info Bared
Star player Dimitri Payet returns to West Ham for their match against the Hornets.
Expect the spectators at the London Stadium to go wild when star player Dimitri Payet returns to play for West Ham in the Premier League come Saturday.
Payet learned that he had gained back his full 90-minutes playing time after the Hammers won against the Hornets. He was not seen playing during this season because of an injury he acquired from their game with Chelsea.
West Ham manager Slaven Bilic says that Payet's comeback will boost their lineup's morale. He is aware of Payet's positive effect on the whole team and recognizes how it plays better when he's around.
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Bilic affirms that it will really be beneficial for the Hammers if Payet is indeed back in shape again. The manager also added that Payet has what it takes to sustain the team's energy and thus, influence each team member. His fighting spirit and will to change the course of the game are likewise infectious.
Payet has swept all games with a 12-goal score since June 2016, specifically when the Olympique de Marseille began.
He was recognized when he ranked second top scorer even with just one appearance in the league for the 2016-2017 season. Payet is also known for his precise long shots and free kicks.
The referee
Euro 2016 referee Martin Atkinson is set to officiate the West Ham-Watford match on Saturday. He is considered to be one of the best and most experienced referees in the Premier League.
During this season, he has been responsible for two games, the Middlesbrough versus Sunderland match (2-1), and the 1-1 draw game between Tottenham and Everton during the opening season.
Atkinson was put in the spotlight because of three notable games in France, including that match against Northern Ireland.
West Ham vs. Watford
By far, West Ham has only earned three points since their debut for three Premier League fixtures this season. With Payet's return, they are hopeful to score another win.
Following their draw against Southampton, Watford also lost against Chelsea, Arsenal, and Gillingham (League Corp). For this season, the losses are said to be due to their adjustment under their new manager, Walter Mazzarri.
As for the two teams' competition history, West Ham has already logged a 3-1 win against Watford in their match held at the Upton Park.
The Hammers will be up against Watford in the next event slated on September 10, Saturday, at 3 p.m. The match can be viewed via live stream at www.standard.co.uk/westham
