West Ham United vs Bournemouth: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for West Ham vs Bournemouth in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

Fixture: West Ham United vs Bournemouth
Date: Saturday 5 April 2025
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Venue: The London Stadium

The match at the London Stadium is likely to be a closely contested affair, given the recent head-to-head record and the current form of both teams. West Ham will look to capitalise on their home advantage and the creativity of players like Bowen and Paqueta to break down Bournemouth's defence. On the other hand, Bournemouth will need to be more clinical in front of goal and exploit any defensive lapses from the Hammers.

Given West Ham's slightly better form and home advantage, they might have the edge in this encounter. However, Bournemouth's need for points could make them a dangerous opponent. Expect a tactical battle, with both teams looking to secure a crucial win.

Match Prediction: West Ham 2-1 Bournemouth

West Ham have had a mixed run of form in their recent matches, with their last five results showing a pattern of inconsistency.

The Hammers have struggled to find a rhythm, particularly away from home, with their latest defeat to Wolves highlighting their challenges on the road. However, their victories against Leicester and Arsenal demonstrate their capability to pick up results when at their best.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Wolves (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Everton (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Newcastle (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Leicester (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Arsenal (A)
  

Bournemouth's recent form has been concerning, with the team struggling to secure positive results.

The Cherries have been unable to capitalise on their home advantage, losing their last three matches at the Vitality Stadium. Their inability to secure a win in their recent outings has put pressure on the team to turn their fortunes around.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 1-2 vs Ipswich (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Brentford (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Tottenham (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Brighton (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Wolves (H)
  

The historical data between West Ham and Bournemouth shows a competitive rivalry, with both teams having their moments of success.

The recent trend suggests closely contested matches, with three of the last five encounters ending in draws. West Ham have had the upper hand in the more decisive results, but Bournemouth will be looking to change that narrative.

• Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham (16 December 2024)
• West Ham 1-1 Bournemouth (01 February 2024)
• Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham (12 August 2023)
• Bournemouth 0-4 West Ham (23 April 2023)
• West Ham 2-0 Bournemouth (24 October 2022)
  

• Michail Antonio - Leg
• Crysencio Summerville - Muscle
• Mohammed Kudus - Knock (Doubtful)

Graham Potter could be without some key attacking players in this one, but with a relatively clean bill of health elsewhere on the pitch, West Ham should still have enough to get over the line.

• Enes Unal - Knee
• Luis Sinisterra - Hamstring
• Julian Araujo - Hamstring (Doubtful)
• Marcus Tavernier - Ankle (Doubtful)
• Justin Kluivert - Kock (Doubtful)

Bournemouth are also potentially going to be without key attacking players, including top scorer Justin Kluivert, so could be relying on goals from midfield to get anything from this game.

Areola; Mavropanos, Kilman, Todibo; Emerson, Alvarez, Paqueta, Soucek, Wan-Bissaka; Fullkrug, Bowen

Given the injuries to Antonio, Summerville and potentially Kudus, West Ham might opt for a 3-5-2 formation to maximise their attacking options.

Kepa; Kerkez, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Cook; Adams, Christie; Ouattara, Brooks, Semenyo; Evanilson

With several key players out, Bournemouth may stick to their 4-2-3-1 formation to maintain balance.

• Jarrod Bowen vs Milos Kerkez: Bowen's ability to create and score will be crucial for West Ham, and Kerkez will need to be at his best to contain the winger.
• Evanilson vs West Ham's Defence: Evanilson has been a consistent goal threat for Bournemouth, and his battle with West Ham's central defenders will be pivotal.
• Edson Alvarez vs Tyler Adams: The midfield battle between these two will be key in dictating the tempo and flow of the game.
  

West Ham have scored in each of their last 15 home matches against Bournemouth in all competitions, a streak dating back to 2015.

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