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West Ham United FC v Crystal Palace FC
London Stadium
Premier League Matchday 22
18-01-2025 15:00
West Ham Form
Crystal Palace Form
Date: 18/01/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: London Stadium
West Ham United and Crystal Palace will reignite their London rivalry this Saturday at the London Stadium. Both teams are eager to climb the table, with West Ham currently in 12th place on 26 points, while Crystal Palace sit in 14th with 24 points. With just 17 matches remaining in the season, both sides have their eyes set on improving their positions, with West Ham trailing fifth-placed Chelsea by 11 points for a potential spot in the Europa League.
In their most recent Premier League outings, West Ham secured a 3-2 win at home against Fulham, while Crystal Palace triumphed 2-0 over Leicester City at King Power Stadium, extending their unbeaten run to four matches.
West Ham triumphed in their last league meeting with Palace, winning 2-0 at Selhurst Park in August, thanks to goals from Tomás Soucek and Jarrod Bowen. These two players, along with Lucas Paquetá, have been key for West Ham this season. Soucek and Bowen are the joint top scorers for the Hammers with five goals each, followed by Paquetá on four goals.
Crystal Palace, on the other hand, have relied on Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaïla Sarr, who have contributed six and four goals, respectively.
As we look ahead to the West Ham United vs Crystal Palace clash, both teams will be seeking valuable points to improve their positions in the Premier League table. West Ham’s home form has been inconsistent, but with the recent victory against Fulham, they will be hoping to build momentum. Crystal Palace, on the other hand, are enjoying a strong unbeaten run on the road, making them dangerous opponents for any team.
One of the key factors to consider in this match is West Ham’s attacking potency, led by the likes of Soucek, Bowen, and Paquetá. Their ability to create and convert chances could prove crucial in breaking down Crystal Palace’s defence. Palace’s solid defensive performances, particularly in their 2-0 win over Leicester, show that they are capable of withstanding pressure, but they will need to contain West Ham’s attacking threat if they are to leave the London Stadium with a positive result.
This encounter is expected to be tightly contested, with both teams possessing enough quality to claim the three points. West Ham will want to build on their recent home win, but Palace’s solid run of form makes this a challenging match for the hosts. Given the stakes for both teams, our West Ham United vs Crystal Palace prediction is a daw. This result would not favour either side’s ambitions of climbing the table but would reflect the closely matched nature of the contest.
Match Prediction: Draw. Bet with bet365.
When it comes to West Ham United vs Crystal Palace correct score predictions, the balance of this match could well lead to a draw. West Ham’s attack, led by Bowen and Soucek, will certainly pose a threat, but Palace’s defence has been resolute, particularly in their recent wins. Given the competitive nature of this encounter, we predict a 1-1 scoreline.
Correct Score Prediction: 1-1. Bet with bet365.
In terms of West Ham United vs Crystal Palace over/under goals betting, the total number of goals in this match could be crucial. With both teams having the potential to score but also strong defensive capabilities, we expect a moderate-scoring game. We recommend placing a bet on Under 2.5 goals. This is based on the fact that West Ham’s recent fixtures have been tight affairs, and Palace’s resilience at the back has been evident.
Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
For those interested in West Ham United vs Crystal Palace Bet Builder tips, we recommend combining a few specific selections to enhance your bet. First, consider betting on both teams to score, as both West Ham and Crystal Palace possess significant attacking threats. Jarrod Bowen, who has been in excellent form for West Ham this season, is another key player to keep an eye on, so placing a bet on him to score anytime seems a solid option. Finally, given the likely nature of the match, we suggest betting on under 2.5 goals. This is based on both teams’ recent form and the expected tight contest.
Bet Builder Tip: Both teams to score, under 2.5 goals, and Jarrod Bowen to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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