West Ham vs Liverpool Preview, Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips 29.12.2024

• Date and Time: December 29, 17:15 GMT+1
• Venue: London Stadium, London, England

West Ham vs Liverpool Preview

West Ham

West Ham extended their four-game unbeaten streak in the Premier League, defeating a struggling Southampton in a tough battle. After an equal first half, Jarrod Bowen scored with a shot from inside the box and sealed the victory for the Hammers.

Despite their recent resilience, the Hammers remain in 13th place with 23 points. Lopetegui has faced criticism for his team’s inefficiency in converting chances and their lack of cutting edge in the attacking third, given the talent at his disposal.

Jarrod Bowen is the club’s top goalscorer with five goals to his account. The English forward does not fail to amaze, and his consistent performances have reportedly drawn interest from top European clubs.

West Ham will have serious absences before the match. Both Tomas Soucek and Guido Rodriguez will not feature due to an accumulation of yellow cards. Meanwhile, Michail Antonio is still sidelined as he recovers from injuries sustained in a car accident.

Liverpool

Liverpool are gradually approaching the Premier League title, and considering how other teams play, it is hard to imagine that Arne Slot’s men will relinquish this opportunity. 

Despite a slow start against Leicester, Cody Gakpo equalized at the end of the first half and afterwards, Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah brought the victory for the hosts (3-1).

Salah, 32, could be playing one of his best seasons in Liverpool. The Egyptian, who is yet to sign a new contract, now has 16 goals and 11 assists in the Premier League.

Liverpool’s fast and energetic playing style is the epitome of attacking football. The Reds’ transition from the defence to offence and pressing is noteworthy and Arne Slot has done an incredible job so far.

Liverpool are seven points ahead of Chelsea and have a game in hand. Considering that the playing schedule is congested around the holidays, Arne Slot might turn to rotation. 

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West Ham vs Liverpool Prediction

• Pick: Liverpool to Win
• Odds: 1.40 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: West Ham 1-3 Liverpool

Liverpool have excellent H2H stats against West Ham. In the previous seven matches, the Reds managed to win six and judging by their recent form, they are the obvious favourites in this clash.

In addition, Liverpool are on a 22-match unbeaten streak, having drawn only three times! West Ham have been inconsistent this season and have failed to deliver their best against top-tier opponents.

We think that it is the time for the Reds to collect as many points as they can and create a comfortable gap in the standings. The guests will likely start playing with their usual style from the first minute and our pick for this clash would be Liverpool to win. 

West Ham vs Liverpool Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Both Teams to Score
• Odds: 1.55 (22Bet)

After Ibrahima Konate’s injury, Liverpool struggled to keep a clean sheet even against weaker opponents. They allow simple mistakes in the penalty area, which their opponents frequently take advantage of.

As for West Ham, their defence has been unreliable and has already conceded 30 goals in 18 matches. However, their fast forwards are dangerous on counterattacks and will use this weapon against Liverpool.

If we take a look at the H2H stats between these two, five previous consecutive games ended with both teams scoring. We expect the same to happen in the upcoming fixture, as both sides will try to secure a victory. Our second pick for Liverpool vs West Ham is both teams to score. 

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