Everton - West Ham

Regular Season - 27
Kickoff: 2024-03-02 14:00

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Everton - West Ham Predictions

Prediction: Draw or West Ham
Best odds: 1.28

As the Premier League action heats up, the clash between Everton and West Ham at Goodison Park on a chilly Saturday afternoon promises to be a tantalizing fixture. With predictions pointing towards a potential win or draw for the home side, fans are eager to see if Everton can capitalize on their home advantage and secure crucial points to climb away from the relegation zone.

Key Players to Watch

Everton's survival hopes may hinge on the performance of key players like Arnaut Danjuma Adam Groeneveld, who has been a pivotal figure in their attack. With a rating of 6.66 and a knack for getting shots on target, Groeneveld's contribution could be the difference-maker. Alongside him, Norberto Bercique Gomes Betuncal brings a creative spark, having attempted 23 shots and made 9 key passes, despite only netting once. The defensive solidity will likely depend on Michael Vincent Keane, whose rating of 6.70 and total of 194 passes reflect his importance at the back.

West Ham, sitting comfortably at mid-table, will look to key defenders like Kurt Happy Zouma and Konstantinos Mavropanos to thwart Everton's attacking threats. Zouma, with a rating of 6.78, has been a rock in defense, while Mavropanos has shown his worth with a 6.86 rating. Their attacking force will be led by Michail Gregory Antonio, who has not only scored twice but also provided two assists, proving to be a crucial player in their offensive lineup.

Recent Form

Everton's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a string of draws and a single loss in their last five games, reflected in their 'DLDDD' sequence. This inconsistency has left them in a precarious 17th place, just above the drop zone. West Ham, on the other hand, have had their own struggles, with three losses and two draws ('LLLDD') suggesting a need to rediscover winning ways.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at the head-to-head encounters, the history between these two sides is evenly poised. Their last meeting on October 29, 2023, saw Everton snatch a 1-0 victory at West Ham's ground. However, the Hammers had previously secured a 2-0 win against Everton in January of the same year. Overall, the last three matchups have been tight affairs, with Everton winning two and West Ham one.

Prediction

The prediction for this encounter leans towards Everton taking advantage of their home turf, with a "Double chance: Everton or draw" being the suggested advice. The percentages favor Everton slightly, with a 35% chance of winning, a 35% chance of a draw, and a 30% chance for a West Ham victory. The form ratings favor Everton at 67% over West Ham's 33%, indicating a potential edge in momentum.

Defensively, Everton seems to have the upper hand with a defensive rating of 74 compared to West Ham's 26, which could prove crucial in a tight contest. The poisson distribution also tips in favor of Everton, albeit narrowly, with a 55% to 45% split.

Considering these factors and the critical importance of the match for Everton's season, the final prediction is for a hard-fought contest that will likely see Everton emerge with at least a point. The key battles will be won in the midfield, and if Everton's Arnaut Danjuma Adam Groeneveld and Michael Vincent Keane can exert their influence, they may well tip the balance in their favor. For West Ham, much will depend on the performances of Kurt Happy Zouma and Michail Gregory Antonio to secure a positive result.

In conclusion, expect a tense match where Everton, buoyed by the home crowd, will likely secure a result, with a win or draw being the most probable outcome. The battle for Premier League survival adds an extra layer of intensity to the fixture, making it an unmissable match for fans and neutrals alike.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

50%
50%

Attacking Potential

44%
56%

Defensive Potential

70%
30%

Poisson Distribution

54%
46%

Stregth H2H

40%
60%

Goals H2H

38%
63%

Wins the game

49%
51%

Everton - West Ham Head to Head

Premier League standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal players, news and schedule Arsenal 31 22 5 4 75 24 51 71
2 Liverpool players, news and schedule Liverpool 31 21 8 2 72 30 42 71
3 Manchester City players, news and schedule Manchester City 31 21 7 3 71 31 40 70
4 Aston Villa players, news and schedule Aston Villa 32 18 6 8 66 49 17 60
5 Tottenham players, news and schedule Tottenham 30 17 6 7 62 44 18 57
6 Manchester United players, news and schedule Manchester United 31 15 4 12 45 46 -1 49
7 West Ham players, news and schedule West Ham 32 13 9 10 52 56 -4 48
8 Newcastle players, news and schedule Newcastle 31 14 5 12 65 52 13 47
9 Chelsea players, news and schedule Chelsea 29 12 7 10 53 50 3 43
10 Brighton players, news and schedule Brighton 31 11 10 10 51 49 2 43
11 Wolves players, news and schedule Wolves 31 12 6 13 44 49 -5 42
12 Bournemouth players, news and schedule Bournemouth 31 11 8 12 45 55 -10 41
13 Fulham players, news and schedule Fulham 32 11 6 15 47 51 -4 39
14 Crystal Palace players, news and schedule Crystal Palace 31 7 9 15 36 54 -18 30
15 Everton players, news and schedule Everton 31 9 8 14 32 42 -10 29
16 Brentford players, news and schedule Brentford 32 7 8 17 45 58 -13 29
17 Nottingham Forest players, news and schedule Nottingham Forest 31 7 8 16 39 53 -14 25
18 Luton players, news and schedule Luton 32 6 7 19 45 65 -20 25
19 Burnley players, news and schedule Burnley 32 4 7 21 32 67 -35 19
20 Sheffield Utd players, news and schedule Sheffield Utd 30 3 6 21 28 80 -52 15