Neill to Play Left-Back

Alan Curbishley says that Lucas Neill will play at left-back tomorrow in place of the injured McCartney. Calum Davenport looks set to replace the hamstrung Ferdinand in the centre of defence.

The rest of the starting line up is likely to be very much as started against Villareal. For Wigan Chris Kirkland and Emile Heskey have been passed fit.

Predictions

Lawro says he worries for West Ham this season but that 'Wigan will be fine'. Therefore he predicts a 2-0 win for West Ham. Go figure. What a .... (fill in the blank).

Setanta think that with Ferdinand absent for West Ham, Heskey will run riot. Setanta predict a 1-1 draw.

Sky think that Wigan have bought well this summer and also predict a 1-1 draw.