Data Driven Soccer play for Sunday: Arsenal/West Ham Over

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Our models suggest that the bookmakers have posted an inflated total for this matchup between Arsenal and West Ham. Arsenal defeated Manchester United 3-1 in their last game, and five of their last six games have seen at least three goals. The Gunners are clinging on to fourth place and a spot in the Champions League next year, but need to keep picking up points with fifth-placed Tottenham only two points behind. West Ham sits in seventh place, which would award them with a spot in the qualification round of the Europa League, but the Hammers have their sights aimed higher. Both defenses are vulnerable, and we should see goals as both teams go for the win.