West Ham vs Leicester: Betting Odds, Line-ups, Predictions, Preview
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Explore our detailed preview for West Ham vs Leicester in the Premier League. Key stats, predictions, and lineups for the 19:30 GMT match.
Match Details
- Match: West Ham vs Leicester
- Date: 27-Feb-25
- Kick-off: 20:00
- Venue: London Stadium, London
Form Guide and Team Overview
West Ham have been struggling to find consistency, with just one win in their last five Premier League matches. Their recent victory against Arsenal was a much-needed boost, but losses to Brentford, Chelsea, and Crystal Palace highlight their defensive vulnerabilities.
West Ham’s last five league matches
- Arsenal 0-1 West Ham
- West Ham 0-1 Brentford
- Chelsea 2-1 West Ham
- Aston Villa 1-1 West Ham
- West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace
Leicester are in a dire run of form, having lost four of their last five matches. Their only win came against Spurs, but heavy defeats to Brentford, Arsenal, and Everton have left them reeling.
Leicester’s last five league matches
- Leicester 0-4 Brentford
- Leicester 0-2 Arsenal
- Everton 4-0 Leicester
- Spurs 1-2 Leicester
- Leicester 0-2 Fulham
West Ham's key strength lies in their defensive organisation, as demonstrated against Arsenal, but their attack has been blunt without key players. Leicester's main weakness is their porous defence, which has been exploited repeatedly in recent games.
Head-to-Head Record
In their last five encounters, Leicester have had the upper hand, winning four times and drawing once.
Notably, Leicester have been dominant at the King Power Stadium, but West Ham will hope to reverse their fortunes at home.
- Leicester 3-1 West Ham
- Leicester 2-1 West Ham
- West Ham 0-2 Leicester
- Leicester 2-2 West Ham
- West Ham 4-1 Leicester
Injury and Suspension Report
West Ham are missing several key players, including Lucas Paqueta, Michail Antonio, Crysencio Summerville, and Niclas Fullkrug, which limits their attacking options. Lucas Paqueta's absence in midfield is a significant blow.
Leicester are without Ricardo Pereira, Abdul Fatawu, and James Justin, which weakens their defensive setup and limits their ability to play out from the back.
Predicted Line-ups and Tactical Setup
West Ham (3-4-2-1): Areola; Kilman, Cresswell, Todibo; Wan-Bissaka, Ward-Prowse, Alvarez, Scales; Kudus, Soucek; Bowen
Leicester (4-2-3-1): Hermansen; Kristiansen, Faes, Okoli, Coulibaly; Ndidi, Soumare; De Cordova-Reid, El Khannouss, Ayew; Vardy
West Ham are likely to adopt a cautious approach, focusing on defensive solidity and counter-attacks, with Bowen and Kudus providing the main threat. Leicester will aim to gain control of possession and look to Vardy's pace on the break.
Key Battles and Players to Watch
- Jarrod Bowen vs. Caleb Okoli: Bowen's pace and directness will test Okoli’s defensive capabilities.
- Tomas Soucek vs. Wilfried Ndidi: Soucek and Ndidi could be set for a physical battle in the middle of the pitch.
- Jamie Vardy vs. Max Kilman: Vardy's movement and experience could exploit any lapses in West Ham's backline.
What to Expect and Match Predictions
Expect a tight and tactical affair, with West Ham likely to sit deep and hit on the counter. Leicester will try to dominate possession but may struggle to break down a resolute Hammers defence. A low-scoring draw seems the most probable outcome.
Prediction: West Ham 1-1 Leicester
Fun Fact and Trivia
Jarrod Bowen's goal against Arsenal marked his 50th Premier League goal, making him one of the most prolific English forwards in recent seasons.
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