Palace's first goal, scored in the 48th minute, was the 10th the Hammers have conceded in the first 15 minutes of the second half in Premier League games this season - more than any other club except Leicester. This was West Ham's 10th league defeat of the season, and they are 10 points above the relegation zone.

Crystal Palace and West Ham United could attempt to land James McAtee after Bayer Leverkusen moved onto an alternative target

Follow live coverage as West Ham United face Crystal Palace today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Manchester City look to make it an unprecedented five titles in a row come the end of 2024/25.

West Ham’s Strategic Moves in the Transfer MarketWest Ham United’s pursuit of Brighton striker Evan Ferguson has intensified, with inside sources revealing to TEAMtalk that discussions are