West Ham vs Liverpool: West Ham vs Liverpool:West Ham welcomes league leaders Liverpool to the London Stadium for a clash that promises high stakes. Liverpool is in stellar form, leading the league, while West Ham fights to climb out of the mid-table. With contrasting ambitions, both sides will bring their best to this encounter.

Head-to-Head Record

Liverpool wins: 84

West Ham wins:38

Draws: 29

Last 5 Meetings

• 26 Sep 2024 (League Cup): Liverpool 5-1 West Ham
• 27 Apr 2024 (Premier League): West Ham 2-2 Liverpool
• 21 Dec 2023 (League Cup): Liverpool 5-1 West Ham
• 24 Sep 2023 (Premier League): Liverpool 3-1 West Ham
• 27 Apr 2023 (Premier League): West Ham 1-2 Liverpool

Liverpool’s dominance is clear, with comprehensive wins, including two 5-1 victories in the League Cup.

Premier League Standings

Liverpool holds a 19-point lead over West Ham and is unbeaten in 22 games, while West Ham seeks consistency.

Team News

West Ham
Manager Julen Lopetegui will rely on Jarrod Bowen and Niclas Füllkrug in attack, supported by a strong midfield featuring Carlos Soler and Tomas Soucek. Defensive solidity from Wan-Bissaka and Mavropanos will be crucial. Alphonse Areola may replace Lukasz Fabianski if required.

Liverpool
Arne Slot’s side boasts form and depth, led by Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, and Darwin Núñez in attack. The midfield trio of Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, and Curtis Jones provides balance, while Van Dijk anchors a solid defense. Alisson remains a key figure in goal.

West Ham vs Liverpool Lineups

West Ham (4-2-3-1)

• GK: Fabianski
• DEF: Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Kilman, Emerson
• MID: Soucek, Rodriguez, Soler, Kudus
• FWD: Bowen, Füllkrug

Liverpool (4-3-3)

• GK: Alisson
• DEF: Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Van Dijk, Robertson
• MID: Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Jones
• FWD: Salah, Gakpo, Núñez

10 Key Stats

1. Liverpool has not lost in their last 22 games.
2. West Ham has scored in their last 7 matches.
3. The most common scoreline between these teams is 1-2, favoring Liverpool.
4. Liverpool has scored at least one goal in 22 consecutive matches.
5. Salah leads Liverpool with 16 goals and 11 assists this season.
6. Liverpool averages 2.34 goals per game away from home.
7. West Ham’s Bowen has assisted 5 goals this season.
8. West Ham has conceded in each of their last 5 matches.
9. Liverpool’s away record: 6 wins, 2 draws, 0 losses.
10. Average goals in this fixture: 4.6 per match.

5 Key Tips

1. Both Teams to Score – West Ham’s recent scoring streak makes this likely.
2. Over 3.5 Goals – Historical high-scoring encounters suggest another goalfest.
3. Salah Anytime Scorer – Salah’s form makes him a solid bet.
4. Liverpool to Win by 2+ Goals – Liverpool’s dominance in this matchup is clear.
5. West Ham First-Half Goal – The Hammers are strong starters at home.

West Ham vs Liverpool Prediction

Liverpool’s current form and dominance in head-to-head clashes make them overwhelming favorites. West Ham will provide resistance, but the Reds’ attacking firepower should prevail.

Predicted Score: West Ham 1-3 Liverpool.

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