West Ham - Wolves

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74'		3 - 1	Goal	J. Bowen	Lucas Paquetá (Assist)
58'		2 - 1	Goal disallowed: Offside
58'		3 - 1	Goal	Pablo Sarabia	Nélson Semedo (Assist)
32'		3 - 0	Goal	M. Kudus	Lucas Paquetá (Assist)
23'		2 - 0	Goal	M. Kudus	Lucas Paquetá (Assist)
22'		1 - 0	Goal	M. Kudus	Lucas Paquetá (Assist)

87'		V. Coufal	Roughing
45'		K. Zouma	Tripping
45'		Toti Gomes	Roughing

90'			In:	V. Coufal	Out:	T. Kehrer
87'			In:	Lucas Paquetá	Out:	D. Mubama
87'			In:	M. Kudus	Out:	D. Ings
80'			In:	Nélson Semedo	Out:	T. Doyle
80'			In:	M. Lemina	Out:	M. Doherty
70'			In:	E. Álvarez	Out:	Pablo Fornals
70'			In:	Toti Gomes	Out:	R. Aït-Nouri

West Ham - Wolves Predictions

Prediction: West Ham or draw

Best odds: 1.39

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In the bustling heart of London, a football clash is set to unfold that could shift the Premier League's mid-table dynamics. West Ham welcomes Wolves to the London Stadium, and predictions are leaning towards a favorable outcome for the Hammers. Will they hammer down their authority on home turf, or will Wolves howl in triumph? Let's delve into the key players and statistics that could shape this encounter before we crystalize our final prediction.

Key Players - West Ham

The Hammers' midfield dynamo, Mohammed Kudus, has been a revelation this season, with a rating of 6.72. His ability to take shots on target, contributing one goal, and his passing accuracy, with 36 total passes and a key pass in his last outing, make him a potential game-changer.

Up front, Michail Gregory Antonio brings a blend of power and pace to West Ham's attack. With a rating of 6.89, Antonio has notched up two goals and provided one assist, while his 105 passes and 4 key passes underline his involvement in the team's offensive maneuvers.

Defensively, Kurt Happy Zouma stands tall with the same rating as Antonio. His presence in the backline is solidified by his goal-scoring ability, having found the net once, and his commanding total of 271 passes, showcasing his role in building play from the back.

Key Players - Wolves

In the Wolves' camp, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde is the linchpin in midfield, rated at 6.57. His 97 passes and 5 key passes, along with a goal and an assist, highlight his importance in linking play and creating opportunities.

The attacking threat for Wolves often runs through Raúl Alonso Jiménez Rodríguez, who carries a rating of 6.75. With 6 shots on target from 12 attempts and a keen eye for a pass, as shown by his 204 total passes and 6 key passes, Jiménez is a player West Ham will need to watch closely.

Another forward who could impact the game is Saša Kalajdžić, with a rating of 6.86. His 2 goals from 4 shots on target suggest he has the clinical edge required to punish any defensive lapses.

Recent Form

West Ham's recent form has been a mixed bag, with their last five games resulting in two wins, a draw, and two losses. This inconsistency is reflected in their goal difference, standing at zero, with 24 goals for and against. Wolves, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency as well, with their last five matches yielding two wins and three losses, leaving them with a -5 goal difference.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides an interesting backdrop to this encounter. The most recent clash saw Wolves edge out West Ham with a 1-0 victory on January 14, 2023. However, in the previous meeting on October 1, 2022, West Ham secured a comfortable 2-0 win at home. This mixed history suggests that either side has the potential to take all three points.

Prediction

Considering the form of key players and the overall team performance, predictions are leaning towards a West Ham advantage. The prediction models give them a 45% chance of victory and a 45% chance of a draw, leaving Wolves with a mere 10% chance of winning. The advice leans towards a 'Double chance: West Ham or draw', indicating the likelihood of West Ham avoiding defeat.

West Ham's home form, with 3 wins out of 7, might not be intimidating, but it's certainly stronger than Wolves' away record, which shows just 2 wins from 8 games. Additionally, the head-to-head record at London Stadium and the individual quality of players like Mohammed Kudus and Michail Antonio could tip the scales in favor of the Hammers.

The final prediction, considering the statistical insights and recent performances, is a narrow victory for West Ham or, at the very least, a draw. Expect a tight game with chances at a premium and tactical battles across the pitch, with West Ham likely to emerge with something from the game, if not all three points.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

59%

41%

Attacking Potential

53%

47%

Defensive Potential

41%

59%

Poisson Distribution

55%

45%

Stregth H2H

60%

40%

Goals H2H

60%

40%

Wins the game

55%

45%

West Ham - Wolves Head to Head

06/04	Wolves	-	West Ham
17/12	West Ham	3 - 0	Wolves
14/01	Wolves	1 - 0	West Ham
01/10	West Ham	2 - 0	Wolves

Premier League standings

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