West Ham United vs. SC Freiburg - News - December 14, 2023 | FOX Sports

Edson Alvarez - Picks up knock Alvarez picked up a knock during Thursday's 2-0 loss to Freiburg, according to manager David Moyes."We need to wait and see. Edson got a knock on his hip so we need to see how he i...

Impact Alvarez will be a doubt Sunday, though he did play throughout Thursday's clash even after the injury. With that in mind Alvarez seems likely to be straight back available for Sunday's clash. Either way Alvarez will be one to watch before Sunday's clash with Tomas Soucek another option to fill in defensive midfield.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alphonse Areola - Returns to bench Areola was on the bench for Thursday's clash with Freiburg.

Impact Areola didn't appear off the bench but he was fit enough to be an emergency option if anything happened to Lukasz Fabianski. The goalkeeper should take his starting job back if the wrist pain he was struggling with is no longer an issue moving forward.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edson Alvarez - Brilliant in win Alvarez returned with a goal and assist during Thursday's 2-0 win over Freiburg.

Impact Alvarez made his way back from a knock that sidelined him for one match and got on the scoresheet with a goal and assist Thursday. The midfielder is an excellent defender and has the ability to pop into the attack, making him a surprisingly stout option in most matches. Now that he is fit once more he should play a large role moving forward.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE