Premier League 2024-2025: Arsenal vs West Ham Prediction

Arsenal

Home Team
95%
VS

West Ham

Away Team
2%
Draw: 3%
Over 2.5: 56%
Under 2.5: 44%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Liverpool 25 18 6 1 60 24 36 60
2 Arsenal 25 15 8 2 51 22 29 53
3 Nott'm Forest 25 14 5 6 41 29 12 47
4 Man City 25 13 5 7 52 35 17 44
5 Bournemouth 25 12 7 6 44 29 15 43
6 Chelsea 25 12 7 6 47 34 13 43
7 Newcastle 25 12 5 8 42 33 9 41
8 Fulham 25 10 9 6 38 33 5 39
9 Aston Villa 25 10 8 7 35 38 -3 38
10 Brighton 25 9 10 6 38 38 0 37
11 Brentford 25 10 4 11 43 42 1 34
12 Tottenham 25 9 3 13 49 37 12 30
13 Crystal Palace 25 7 9 9 29 32 -3 30
14 Everton 25 7 9 9 27 31 -4 30
15 Man United 25 8 5 12 28 35 -7 29
16 West Ham 25 7 6 12 29 47 -18 27
17 Wolves 25 5 4 16 35 54 -19 19
18 Ipswich 25 3 8 14 23 50 -27 17
19 Leicester 25 4 5 16 25 55 -30 17
20 Southampton 25 2 3 20 19 57 -38 9

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Arsenal

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.78
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 0.59
# Clean Sheets: 2

West Ham

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.62
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.71
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Arsenal and West Ham at the Emirates Stadium heavily favors the home side. With a whopping 95% probability of victory for Arsenal, fans can expect a strong showing from the Gunners. West Ham, currently languishing in 16th position, faces a daunting task against Arsenal, who hold a formidable second place in the Premier League. The probability of over 2.5 goals being scored is 56%, indicating an exciting, high-scoring affair.

Match Analysis

Arsenal enters this fixture on a triumphant note, having secured three consecutive victories in their last matches. Their resilience was particularly evident in the 5-1 thrashing of Manchester City, showcasing their attacking prowess. With an average of 2 goals scored per game in the last five fixtures and a solid defensive record, they are riding a wave of confidence. Key advanced metrics underscore Arsenal's strength, with an average of 1.78 expected goals scored and 0.588 expected goals conceded, indicating their efficiency at both ends of the pitch. Conversely, West Ham has struggled to find form, with their recent performances yielding a single point from a possible nine. Their 1-0 defeat to Brentford at home and a 2-1 loss to Chelsea highlight defensive vulnerabilities. West Ham's average of 1 goal per game paired with a higher concession rate of 1.6 goals does not bode well against a formidable opponent like Arsenal. Additionally, failing to keep a clean sheet in recent matches emphasizes the challenges they face defensively.

Final Prediction

Arsenal's recent form and superior metrics give them a clear edge over West Ham in this encounter. The Gunners' robust defense and potent attack make them formidable opponents, especially at home. A key factor to watch will be Arsenal's ability to capitalize on West Ham's defensive frailties, potentially leading to a high-scoring game that aligns with the over 2.5 goals prediction.