Last meeting: West Ham 1-3 Bolton (21-08-10). A Matthew Upson own goal and a brace from Johan Elmander continued the Trotters’ hex over the Hammers. Bolton have won the last seven encounters between the teams.

Opposition: Owen Coyle has done a terrific job with Bolton, steering them up to eighth in the Premier League and ditching the physical, long ball game they have long been associated with.

Danger man: January signing Daniel Sturridge has made a big impact, scoring four goals since his loan arrival from Chelsea.

Prediction: Bolton 1 West Ham 1