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Luton Town play host to West Ham United in the Premier League this weekend.

- This is the first competitive meeting between Luton and West Ham since March 1994.

- On that occasion, Luton won the match 3-2 and progressed to the FA Cup semi-final

- West Ham are winless in their last four meetings with Luton

- West Ham's last win over Luton came in their last top-flight meeting, with the Irons winning 1-0 in January 1992

- This is Luton's first top-flight home game since a 2-0 win over Aston Villa in April 1992.

The Hatters haven't played top-flight football since the arrival of the Premier League, meaning the competition will arrive at Kenilworth Road for the very first time.

While Luton suffered two spankings in their opening two matches against Chelsea and Brighton – conceding seven goals – we are yet to see how Rob Edwards and his side cope on home soil.

Last season, Nottingham Forest were the new boys in the Premier League and if not for their home form, Steve Cooper would be preparing his side for weekend trips to Cardiff and Rotherham.

Home advantage could be crucial for Luton's survival bid and Friday will offer an insight into what the Hatters are capable of when welcoming world-class talent into their back garden.

While Town are more than capable of getting on the scoresheet, it's hard to bet against West Ham who are absolutely flying.

With that in mind, our recommendation is to back a West Ham win and both teams to score.

Betting tips

West Ham to win

Both teams to score

Over 2.5 goals