Manchester City has yet to be defeated in the Premier League this season and will look to solidify their claim on the top spot when they host West Ham United this Saturday at the Etihad Stadium.
The Citizens are on a roll and are playing a perfect game defeating all their league opponents via shutout.
Man City scored convincing victories over West Bromwich Albion (3–0), defending champions Chelsea (3–0), Everton (2–0), Watford (2–0), and Crystal Palace (1–0) for 15 points.
Unfortunately for City, club captain Vincent Kompany will be out against West Ham with a calf injury suffered in their Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) Champions League loss against Juventus, but forward Sergio Agüero will be available, according to BBC Sport.
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini admitted in BBC Sport's report that losing players through injury is a serious matter especially since they have yet to concede a goal in the Premier League.
"I think it is important to carry on playing with the same names but I always say we have a squad," Pellegrini added.
It will be a tough task for Manchester City since West Ham had impressive wins on the road this season, so there would be no doubt about their capability to capture a win at the Etihad Stadium.
Meanwhile, West Ham aim to extend their Premier League winning streak to three matches when they play Man City.
The Hammers are currently in the fifth spot on the Premier League table having nine points, tied with Crystal Palace.
West Ham opened their season with a win over Arsenal (2–0) but lost their next two against Leicester City (2–1) and AFC Bournemouth (4–3).
But since then, the club responded well defeating Liverpool (3–0) and Newcastle United (2–0).
West Ham manager Slaven Bilić said some are saying their game against the Citizens is a "bonus game," but he does not want to consider it as such adding that he would be disappointed if they come out of it empty-handed.
The match between Manchester City and West Ham United will be played today, Sept. 19, at 12:30 p.m. ET. To watch via live stream, click here.
