- Full Time
- 90 + 3'
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- 78'
- 74'
- E. Austbø on for K. Walker-Peters74'
- 73'Welington on for K. Matsuki
- 64'S. Edozie on for Léo Scienza
- 63'
- T. Souček on for M. Solomon63'
- 51'
- O. Scarles on for Morato46'
- Half Time
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1 Kyle Walker-Peters 1
- 2 James Bree 1
- 3 Kuryu Matsuki 1
- 1 Divine Mukasa 5
- 2 Valentín Castellanos 4
- 3 Konstantinos Mavropanos 4
- 1 Ollie Scarles 3
- 2 Maximilian Kilman 2
- 3 Keven Schlotterbeck 2
- 1 Valentín Castellanos 1
- 2 Divine Mukasa 1
- 1 Manor Solomon 5
- 2 Jarrod Bowen 4
- 3 Ryan Manning 3
- 1 Maximilian Kilman 64
- 2 Konstantinos Mavropanos 58
- 3 Arne Engels 55
- 1 Jarrod Bowen 4
- 2 Caspar Jander 2
- 3 Kyle Walker-Peters 1
- 1 James Ward-Prowse 3
- 2 Morato 3
- 3 James Bree 2
West Ham United vs Southampton predictions pit the division’s most prolific attack against one of its meanest defences, as second-placed West Ham welcome Southampton to the London Stadium in the Championship. Kick-off at the London Stadium is 3pm on Saturday.
West Ham have been in blistering form, racking up 30 goals already, while Southampton sit eighth and lean on a defence that has conceded just 10. It makes for an intriguing collision of styles.
Anthony Eadson has weighed up the firepower against the solidity and come away siding with the hosts.
Premium Tips
Anthony Eadson expects West Ham’s attack to make the difference, and his two picks reflect both the hosts’ goal threat and the physical test Southampton face away from home.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Jarrod Bowen Anytime Goalscorer | 8/5 (Ladbrokes) | West Ham have scored in every league game this season and have plundered 15 goals in five home outings, so backing a home forward to find the net makes plenty of sense. Jarrod Bowen remains the main man, carrying the biggest goal threat in the side and operating right across the front line. Against a Southampton defence that defends in an organised way but has conceded in four of its five away trips, Bowen should see chances. At 8/5 he is the standout name on the goalscorer list, and his consistency at this level makes him the obvious pick to lead the line. |
| Welington To Be Carded | 16/5 (Ladbrokes) | Southampton will likely spend long spells defending at the London Stadium, and their full-backs in particular could face awkward one-on-one situations against West Ham’s movement. Welington is an aggressive, forward-minded defender who commits to challenges, exactly the profile that collects bookings when a team is under sustained pressure. With West Ham scoring freely at home and Southampton’s game plan likely to involve plenty of recovery runs and tactical fouls, the odds of a visiting card are shorter than usual. At 16/5, the likely game state makes a strong case for a Welington booking. |
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How West Ham United go into the game
West Ham are flying in second on 22 points and arrive in ruthless form. Last time out they won 1-0 at Swansea City, a result that came hot on the heels of a 6-0 thrashing of Lincoln City. Either side of a 1-1 home draw with Queens Park Rangers and a 2-2 draw at Millwall, they also hammered Wrexham 6-0 at the London Stadium, so the goals have been flowing.
The underlying numbers are the best in the division: 30 goals scored, a goal difference of plus 18 and not a single blank all season. At home they have won three, drawn one and lost one, racking up 15 goals in five games. Southampton’s defence is strong, but few teams carry this kind of firepower.
How Southampton go into the game
Southampton are eighth on 17 points and firmly in the play-off mix. Last time out they were held 0-0 at home by Bolton Wanderers, which followed back-to-back 1-0 wins over Norwich City away and Portsmouth at home. A 2-1 defeat at Wrexham is the blot on the recent run, offset by a 4-1 home demolition of Bristol City.
The Saints’ calling card is their defence, with just 10 goals conceded and three clean sheets, but the away form is only modest: one win, two draws and two defeats on the road, with five goals scored and six conceded. Travelling to the division’s form attack is a different test entirely.
West Ham United vs Southampton head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19/04/25 | West Ham United | 1-1 | Southampton |
| 26/12/24 | Southampton | 0-1 | West Ham United |
| 02/04/23 | West Ham United | 1-0 | Southampton |
| 16/10/22 | Southampton | 1-1 | West Ham United |
| 26/12/21 | West Ham United | 2-3 | Southampton |
These two last met in the Premier League, and there was rarely much between them. The last five top-flight meetings brought two wins for West Ham, a Southampton victory and two draws, with goals often at both ends. Recent history gives Saints some encouragement that they can get something, even if current Championship form points the other way.
West Ham United vs Southampton predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jarrod Bowen Anytime Goalscorer | 8/5 (Ladbrokes) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Bowen has six goals for a West Ham side with 30. |
| Welington To Be Carded | 16/5 (Ladbrokes) | ⭐⭐ | Our bigger-price pick in the card market. |
| West Ham United | 4/6 (Betfred) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | West Ham have scored 30 goals, the division’s most, and never blanked this season. |
| Both Teams To Score – Yes | 1/2 (bet365) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Southampton have found the net in 10 of 11 games; West Ham in every outing. |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 1/2 (bet365) | ⭐⭐⭐ | West Ham’s home games have averaged four goals, with 15 scored in five at the London Stadium. |
| Correct Score 2-1 | 15/2 (bet365) | ⭐⭐ | Southampton have conceded in four of five away trips despite the division’s meanest defence. |
West Ham United vs Southampton score prediction
The Hammers’ attack should overpower Southampton even against a strong defence, but the Saints carry enough away threat to grab a consolation. A 2-1 home win feels about right. Score prediction: West Ham United 2-1 Southampton.
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