Southampton FC – West Ham United pronosticos & tips 26.12.2024
The upcoming match between Southampton FC and West Ham United promises to be an exciting Premier League encounter. Scheduled for Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 4:00 p.m., this confrontation will take place at Saint Mary’s Stadium, as part of matchday 18 of the championship. While Southampton desperately look to climb out of the bottom of the table, West Ham will try to consolidate themselves in a more comfortable position. In this analysis, we will also present the best betting odds available in Spain.
Our betting tip for Southampton FC vs West Ham United points to an away win for West Ham United. Furthermore, we believe that both teams will score during the match. Based on these factors, we recommend betting on the 1×2 market in favor of West Ham United, and on the market both teams will score: Yes.
Our forecasts
More than 1.5 goals have been scored in 4 of Southampton FC’s last 5 games.
More than 1.5 goals have been scored in 5 of West Ham United’s last 5 games.
Southampton FC have drawn or lost 5 of their last 5 games.
West Ham United have won or drawn 3 of their last 5 games.
Southampton FC have won or lost 4 of their last 5 games.
West Ham United have won or lost 4 of their last 5 games.
Southampton FC Performance
Southampton FC is going through a critical moment in the Premier League. Currently, they are in 20th position with only 5 points, the result of one victory, two draws and thirteen defeats. This performance reflects a weak defense, having conceded 36 goals while only scoring 11. Their home performance has also been disappointing, with only one win, one draw and six losses.
In their last five games in all competitions, Southampton have managed one draw and suffered four defeats, showing a notable lack of consistency and effectiveness in attack. In their last game, they suffered a humiliating 0-5 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur, underscoring their current defensive problems.
The Southampton manager, known for his flexible tactical approach, will be under pressure to find a formula that will allow his team to improve their performance. However, with team morale seemingly low, it will be a challenge to turn this situation around before facing West Ham.
West Ham United performance
West Ham United are 14th in the Premier League, accumulating 19 points so far this season. Their record of five wins, four draws and seven losses reflects a team that has shown flashes of quality but has also been inconsistent. They have scored 21 goals and conceded 29, which indicates a defense that can be breached.
The team led by Julen Lopetegui has had a mixed performance in its last five games, with two wins, one draw and two losses. In their last match, they managed to rescue a 1-1 draw on their visit to AFC Bournemouth, showing resilience in complicated situations.
Lopetegui is known for his balanced tactical approach, seeking a balance between attack and defense. With a lineup that can shift fluidly between different formations, West Ham will look to take advantage of Southampton’s defensive weaknesses in their next matchup.