West Ham vs QPR: Preview, TV channel and kick-off time

West Ham vs QPR brings the Championship back to London Stadium on Friday night, with both clubs looking to build on encouraging starts to the season.

The Hammers resume in second place after eight matches. QPR sit sixth, having lost only once in the league.

For West Ham, the challenge is to restart their promotion push against visitors who have already proved difficult to beat.

When is West Ham vs QPR?

The match takes place on Friday 9 October at London Stadium.

Kick-off is at 8pm BST.

UK viewers can watch live on Sky Sports Football. The broadcast selection is confirmed in West Ham’s fixture announcement.

How have both teams started?

West Ham went into the international break following a 2-2 draw at Millwall, extending their unbeaten league run to six matches.

QPR have recorded three wins, four draws and one defeat from their opening eight fixtures, according to West Ham’s official match preview.

That record suggests the hosts will need patience. Turning a competitive performance into three points will matter more than simply controlling possession.

Tributes planned for Luděk Mikloško

Friday’s match will also provide an opportunity to remember Luděk Mikloško, who represented both clubs.

West Ham have announced a pre-match ceremony involving his family and former team-mates, alongside supporter displays and a video tribute.

Supporters attending can find the arrangements in the club’s matchday information.

Who is the referee?

Ruebyn Ricardo will referee the match, assisted by Richard Woodward and Jacob Graham. John Busby is the fourth official.

Neither starting line-up has been announced.

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