West Ham United vs Manchester City LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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The 2023/24 Premier League season is under way and you can follow every game and every goal right here with The Independent.
This year sees Manchester City try to defend their crown and claim a historic fourth title in succession. Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering City, who also won the Champions League and FA Cup last season, will have to see off Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and the rest to claim an unprecedented sixth league title in seven years.
Meanwhile Luton Town are making their first appearance in the Premier League, having risen from non-league in an incredible decade of progress. They followed Championship winners Burnley and second-placed Sheffield United in earning promotion to the top flight.
Follow the latest action from the Premier League below.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
Great challenge! Emerson leads West Ham's charge with a powerful run into the heart of the City defence. But Akanji denies him a shot on goal with a brilliantly timed sliding tackle.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
CHANCE! Silva whips a delicious ball into the box. Haaland attacks it, but can only head straight at Areola.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
City attack down the other end and Rodri tries his luck from distance. But his left-footed effort is high and wide of the target.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
West Ham turn defence into attack with Paqueta sending Antonio on his way. However, the latter's touch is too heavy and Ederson is quickly out to deny him.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
Still, the goal eludes Haaland today. City's number nine has now had six shots on goal - more than any other player - without success. But he will continue to plug away.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
WHAT A SAVE! Areola denies Haaland! Rodri intercepts possession and drives forward before scooping the ball over the top of the defence for Haaland, whose acrobatic volley is beaten away by Areola.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
OFF THE POST! The woodwork denies City! Julian Alvarez steps up and whips a wonderful delivery towards the near corner, only to see his attempt crash against the post.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
The visitors have a free-kick in a dangerous position after Edson Alvarez upends Rodri. This is a decent opportunity to turn the contest on its head.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
City force a corner after Foden's shot deflects wide. The subsequent delivery eventually drops to Gvardiol, who cannot keep his volley down.
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