West Ham vs Bournemouth Prediction: Can Hammers halt their winless run?

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Can the Hammers Break Their Winless Streak or Will the Cherries Pile on the Pressure?

West Ham vs Bournmouth Premier League Prediction Match Details

Saturday Premier League action continues as West Ham will welcome Bournmouth to London Stadium. Can Hammers halt their winless run? Find out our match prediction and preview in the article below. Tim Robinson will referee the game assisted by Eddie Smart and Steve Meredith.

West Ham Preview & Form

West Ham continues to encounter difficulty in form despite the appointment of Graham Potter as head coach, as the Hammers come into this game sitting just a place above Wolverhampton. Graham Potter has only picked up just three wins in ten Premier League games in charge of the Hammers, with only two clean sheets kept during the run. Graham Potter’s side has now gone three Premier League games without a win, losing two games and playing a draw. On Tuesday night, the Hammers were beaten 1-0 by Wolverhampton at Molineux Stadium. Currently, the Hammers remain 17th in the Premier League standings with 34 points from 30 games, a place behind Wolves and 14 points clear of the relegation zone.
Since sacking Julen Lopetegui and appointing Graham Potter, the Hammers have only managed two wins at the London Stadium, against Fulham and Leicester City, while losing the other three games. The Hammers' defense has looked vulnerable under Graham Potter, having only kept one clean sheet at home so far.

Bournemouth Preview & Form

Bournemouth are currently experiencing a deep run of form as the Cherries have lost their last three successive games in a row for the first time this season. They will now be desperate to end their losing streak, with the poor result having dented their home for European competitions next season. The Cherries are experiencing some defensive vulnerability in their recent games, as they have conceded in each of their last six matches. Andoni Iraola’s side was beaten 2-1 by relegation battling Ipswich Town at the Vitality Stadium during their midweek Premier League game. They now sit 10th in the Premier League standings with 44 points, five points behind the top six.

Andoni Iraola’s side are enjoying an impressive away form, having lost only one of their last ten matches, including claiming vital points against Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham. It is worth mentioning that six of the Cherries' last seven away matches have produced both teams to score and Over 2.5 goals.

West Ham vs Bournmouth Predicted Lineups

West Ham: Areola, Todibo, Kilman, Cresswell, Emerson, Soucek, Irving, Wan-Bissaka, Bowen, Paqueta, Kudus
Bournemouth: Travers (GK), Evanilson, Semenyo, Kluivert, Tavernier, Adams, Christie, Kerkez, Huijsen, Zabarnyi, Cook.

Defender Adam Smith has recently returned from a long-term injury and may feature.

West Ham vs Bournmouth H2H Record (Last Five Games)

West Ham United and Bournemouth have shared an intriguing rivalry in recent years, with both sides battling for crucial Premier League points whenever they meet. As they prepare for their latest showdown, let’s take a look at their most recent head-to-head encounters and how the results have shaped their ongoing duel.

1. Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham United – December 16, 2024

The most recent clash between these two sides ended in a tightly contested draw at the Vitality Stadium. West Ham thought they had secured all three points when Lucas Paquetá converted a late penalty in the 87th minute, following a controversial VAR decision for handball. However, Bournemouth's Enes Unal rescued a point with a stunning stoppage-time free kick, leaving both teams frustrated but evenly matched.

2. Bournemouth 0-4 West Ham United – April 23, 2023

West Ham produced a dominant performance in their last visit to the Vitality Stadium, securing a comprehensive 4-0 win. Michail Antonio opened the scoring early on, followed by goals from Lucas Paquetá, Declan Rice, and Pablo Fornals. The Hammers were in full control, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.

3. West Ham United 2-0 Bournemouth – October 24, 2022

A solid home performance saw West Ham claim all three points at the London Stadium. Kurt Zouma broke the deadlock before Saïd Benrahma sealed the win with a late penalty. Bournemouth struggled to create clear-cut chances, as David Moyes' side comfortably saw out the game.

4. West Ham United 4-0 Bournemouth – January 1, 2020

The Hammers started the new decade in style with a dominant 4-0 victory at home. Mark Noble scored twice, while Sébastien Haller and Felipe Anderson also got on the scoresheet. It was a nightmare start to 2020 for Bournemouth, who struggled to cope with West Ham’s attacking threats.

5. Bournemouth 2-2 West Ham United – September 28, 2019

In a thrilling contest at the Vitality Stadium, both teams had to settle for a point. Joshua King and Callum Wilson found the net for Bournemouth, while Andriy Yarmolenko and Aaron Cresswell struck for West Ham. The game was an end-to-end battle, with both sides pushing for a winner that never came.

Recent H2H Overview

West Ham Wins: 🏆🏆🏆

Bournemouth Wins: ❌

Draws: 🤝🤝

West Ham have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning three of the last five meetings while Bournemouth have struggled to secure a victory. However, with both sides aiming for a strong finish to the current Premier League campaign, the upcoming clash promises to be another exciting chapter in this fixture’s history.

Will the Hammers continue their dominance, or can Bournemouth finally break their winless streak against their London rivals? Football fans won’t have to wait long to find out!

West Ham vs Bournmouth Prediction Betting Tips

Both teams will be desperate to end their current winless streak in the league, and as a result, both sides will put in a good fight in this game. Therefore, we expect nothing to separate the two sides in this game.