West Ham vs Leeds Match Preview: Key Absences and Context

Match Context

The Premier League clash at London Stadium in London kicks off on 24 May 2026. West Ham enter the final regular round ranked 18th with 36 points and a goal difference of -22, fighting at the wrong end of the table. Leeds arrive in 14th place on 47 points with a goal difference of -4, safely in mid-table ahead of this Regular Season - 38 fixture.

West Ham & Leeds Availability

West Ham are missing two players. L. Fabianski (Back Injury) is sidelined. A. Traore (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. With no suspensions listed, the rest of the senior group, including creative leader J. Bowen, should be available.

Leeds face a much heavier absentee list. I. Gruev (Knee Injury) is sidelined. G. Gudmundsson (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. S. Longstaff (Hernia) is sidelined. N. Okafor (Calf Injury) is sidelined. A. Stach (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. In addition, several players are doubtful: J. Bogle (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. F. Buonanotte (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. P. Struijk (Hip Injury) is doubtful.

Impact Summary

Statistically, Leeds’ main attacking threat D. Calvert-Lewin (14 league goals, 1 assist) is available, which limits the attacking damage from their injuries. For West Ham, top creator J. Bowen (8 goals, 10 assists) is also available, so while depth is affected, both sides retain their primary attacking focal points ahead of kickoff.