‘Huge’ blow for Roy Hodgson as both are ruled out of Crystal Palace’s match against West Ham United in the early team news

Two of Roy Hodgson’s most crucial players are out for Crystal Palace ahead of their matchup with West Ham United, dealing a “huge” blow to the team.

The newspaper stated on page 62 of its print edition on November 28 that Cheick Doucoure might not play again this season due to a serious achilles injury he sustained in Palace’s 2-1 loss to Luton, which could keep him out of action for up to six months.

He will have Eberechi Eze in the treatment room for a maximum of one month after the latter hobbled off at Kenilworth Road due to an ankle injury. The midfield player is still being evaluated, but it is anticipated that he will miss the games against Bournemouth and the Hammers.

On Sunday, December 3, David Moyes’ team will host Crystal Palace at the London Stadium. However, on Thursday, November 30, they may have to concentrate on a Europa League match against TSC Backa Topola.

weaker side

Every Premier League match is difficult, particularly when playing Crystal Palace, one of the league’s most reliable teams. However, the Hammers will feel more confident going into this weekend’s match thanks to the most recent injury report from Selhurst Park.

When Eze is available and healthy, he can turn a game around with a single move. Had he been healthy, the England international would have provided the Irons midfield and defense with a lot of work.

Likewise, Doucoure has been a mainstay in the middle of Hodgson’s midfield, starting 11 of the 13 Premier League games this year and carrying out his duties with efficiency. His absence might make it easier for players like Lucas Paqueta and James Ward-Prowse to find a little more room to move up the field.

With victories over Burnley and Nottingham Forest in their last two games, West Ham has turned around their domestic fortunes. They will be looking to build on this recent success against Palace, and given the most recent information, it looks like they will start as the favorites.

However, the Irons must first ensure that they advance to the knockout stages of the Europa League, which they can qualify for.