West Ham vs Brentford

A thoroughly entertaining Monday Night Football

West Ham will be hoping to pick up their first victory under new boss Nuno Espirito Santo, with the former Forest manager having overseen an encouraging 1-1 draw at the Hill Dickenson against Everton and a fairly insipid loss at the Emirates.

This will be Nuno's first home game in charge of the Hammers, and he will be hoping that his side can pick up their first victory since August 31st. Teams managed by Nuno tend to press hard on the break and attack in numbers. They should be lively going forward, although they will be without striker Niclas Fulkrug, who picked up an injury on international duty.

Before Nuno's arrival, West Ham still managed to find the net in two of their three previous home games, and they are unlikely to draw a blank on Monday night.

Brentford's away form continues to be a concern, with the Bees having lost all three on the road so far. Keith Andrews' side hover precariously above the relegtion zone, and it's their home form which should be key to survival for the West Londoners.

They've been far too open on the road so far, conceding twice to Sunderland and three times to both Fulham and Nottingham Forest. The latter is a significant form guide with the Tricky Trees beating the Bees with Nuno in the dugout. Forest made a fast start that day; however, the visitors grew into the game, and we may see a similar theme play out here.

WHU fans are desperate for more entertainment, and they want to see their side score goals and play on the front foot. Brentford rarely keep clean sheets on the road, but they are smart going forward and should be able to contribute to a hugely entertaining spectacle.