While Manchester United have been busy collecting the scalps of the "Big Six," they face a completely different beast tonight at the London Stadium.
Despite their recent dominance against the league's elite, history suggests that West Ham United is the one puzzle the Red Devils can’t seem to solve.
As of Tuesday, February 10, 2026, a startling statistic hangs over this fixture: Manchester United have won only one of their last six Premier League meetings against West Ham.
The Recent Struggle: A History of Heartbreak
The "Bogey Team" tag is well-earned. Whether at Old Trafford or in East London, the Hammers have consistently found a way to frustrate United.
Date,Result,Competition,The Story
"Dec 4, 2025",1–1
"May 11, 2025",0–2
"Oct 27, 2024",2–1
"Feb 4, 2024",3–0
"Dec 12, 2023",2–0
"May 7, 2023",1–0
The London Stadium Fortress 🏰
West Ham’s home ground has become a graveyard for United’s momentum. The Hammers have won each of their last three home league games against the Red Devils—their best such run since the 1970s.
For Michael Carrick, tonight isn't just about tactical superiority; it's about exorcising a psychological demon that has haunted the club through multiple managers.
Match Insight: United have actually suffered more defeats in their last six PL meetings with West Ham (4) than they did in the previous 28 encounters combined (3)!
Tonight’s Stakes: The "United Strand" & The Top 4 ✂️🏃♂️
The pressure tonight is twofold.
The Streak: United are looking for their 5th consecutive win under Michael Carrick.
The Hair: Frank Ilett (The United Strand) will finally be able to cut his hair if United can break this 6-game "hoodoo" and secure the win.
The Verdict: Statistically, this is Manchester United’s "Final Boss." If they can overcome a team that has beaten them four times in the last six tries, the Carrick revolution will be officially undeniable.