The Matchday 25 Premier League clash between West Ham and Brentford will take place on February 15 at the London Stadium. West Ham vs. Brentford: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
West Ham
The Londoners are winless in three consecutive Premier League matches. The club lost at home to Crystal Palace (0-2), then drew away with Aston Villa (1-1) and lost to Chelsea (1-2). Such winless streaks haven't been seen since September, when West Ham went four matches without a victory. Graham Potter's side is currently in 15th place but maintains a comfortable 10-point cushion from the relegation zone.
Forwards Michail Antonio and Niclas Füllkrug, as well as defender Jean-Clair Todibo, will miss the game due to injuries. The participation of forward Crysencio Summerville is questionable.
- In their last six Premier League matches, West Ham has secured just one victory (1 draw and 4 losses).
- Both teams have scored in 9 of West Ham's last 12 league games.
- The number "1" has appeared in the final score in 8 of West Ham's last 11 Premier League matches.
Predicted lineup for West Ham (3-4-2-1)
Alphonse Areola – Max Kilman, Aaron Cresswell, Vladimir Coufal – Emerson Palmieri, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Andy Irving, Tomas Soucek – Carlos Soler, Mohammed Kudus – Jarrod Bowen.
Brentford
In the last round, the team unexpectedly lost at home to Tottenham, who are in very poor form (0-2). Interestingly, in the first half of the season, the Londoners led in home match results but have now gone five consecutive Premier League games without a win at home (1 draw and 4 losses). Thomas Frank's side sits in 11th place, trailing the European competition spots by 10 points. Notably, Brentford's matches are the third most prolific in the Premier League, averaging 3.5 goals per game.
Defenders Rico Henry and Aaron Hickey, midfielder Josh Dasilva, and forward Gustavo Nunez are in the club's injury list.
- The number "2" has appeared in the final score in 7 of Brentford's last 10 Premier League games.
- Brentford has secured only two victories in their last nine league matches (2 draws and 5 losses).
- The Londoners have won just one first half in their last 11 Premier League matches (6 draws and 4 losses).
Predicted lineup for Brentford (4-2-3-1)
Hakon Ravn Valdimarsson – Keane Lewis-Potter, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, Kristoffer Ajer – Christian Norgaard, Vitaly Janelt – Kevin Schade, Mikkel Damsgaard, Bryan Mbeumo – Yoane Wissa.
Referee
Darren England (England)
Matches – 11 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 45;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.1;
Red cards shown – 2;
Average fouls per match – 24;
Penalties – 18%.
West Ham vs. Brentford: Match Prediction
The upcoming derby is likely to be not only entertaining but also high-scoring. Thomas Frank's side scores a lot themselves but also allows their opponents to do the same (goal difference – 42:42). West Ham concedes even more – 46 goals. Although the hosts of the upcoming match are not as effective in finishing their attacks, it is worth noting that they have scored in 11 of their last 13 league games.
I expect at least two goals from Brentford, as the club, with forwards like Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo, can challenge any Premier League defense. Also, note that in their last seven head-to-head Premier League meetings, Brentford has scored two or more goals six times. Meanwhile, West Ham has also scored in their last three league encounters.
My prediction – Total over 2.5 goals
