Southampton v West Ham United: A Detailed Match Preview
The Boxing Day fixture of the Premier League sees Southampton hosting West Ham United at St Mary's Stadium on December 26th, 2024. This match preview brings you all the stats, predictions, and betting tips for the upcoming match.
Southampton v West Ham United Predictions
Based on historical stats, this game provides a competitive edge. Here are some key points:
- Southampton's last three games have seen them lose to Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur with a goal difference of -10.
- West Ham United, on the other hand, drew with AFC Bournemouth and lost to Leicester City in their last two matches.
- Southampton currently has odds of 7 with a probability of 28% while West Ham United is slightly ahead with odds of 9 and a probability of 36%.
Head-to-Head Comparison
The head-to-head record between the two sides is fairly balanced. In the recent past, both teams have secured wins and draws against each other. The last five encounters saw West Ham United win twice, Southampton win once, and two games ending in a draw.
Southampton's Last 5 Matches
| Dec 04, 2024 | Southampton 1 - 5 Chelsea |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Southampton 1 - 2 Liverpool |
| Dec 15, 2024 | Southampton 0 - 5 Tottenham Hotspur |
West Ham United's Last 5 Matches
| Dec 16, 2024 | AFC Bournemouth 1 - 1 West Ham United |
| Dec 03, 2024 | Leicester City 3 - 1 West Ham United |
Odds Full Time:
| Southampton | Draw | West Ham United |
| 1xBet | 3.34 | 3.62 | 2.22 |
| bet365 | 3.25 | 3.50 | 2.20 |
| Cloudbet | 3.23 | 3.62 | 2.17 |
Predictions & Tips
League Average: 51% Over 2.5, 88% Over 1.5, 57% Both Teams to Score (BTTS), 3.13% Goals/Match. Considering the recent form and the head-to-head stats, a BTTS bet could be a safe option, given that both teams have consistently scored against each other in recent matchups.
Southampton v West Ham United Past Head-to-Head Results & Fixtures
| 2023-04-02 13:00 | West Ham United 1 vs Southampton 0 |
| 2022-10-16 13:00 | Southampton 1 vs West Ham United 1 |
| 2022-03-02 19:30 | Southampton 1 vs West Ham United 1 |
| 2021-12-26 15:00 | West Ham United 1 vs Southampton 3 |
| 2021-09-11 14:00 | Southampton 1 vs West Ham United 0 |
Verdict
Given the recent form of the two sides, it's a tough call. Southampton, though struggling, have home advantage. West Ham United, have been inconsistent but have a slightly better form. Considering the head-to-head comparison and the current form, a draw seems to be a likely outcome. Therefore, a bet on a draw might be a prudent choice.
