West Ham United vs Liverpool Predictions

Despite all odds favouring the Reds to secure all three points, West Ham can spoil Liverpool’s party if they can force a point from the leaders. 

Match info: Premier League

Venue: London Stadium, London

Date: Sunday, 29^th December 2024

Time: 6:15 pm Nigerian tim

Aiming to hit the 45-point mark before the end of the calendar year, relentless Premier League leaders Liverpool head to West Ham United on Sunday evening for their final match of 2024.

Both teams came up trumps in their Boxing Day battles, as the Reds fought back to sink Leicester City 3-1 after the Irons subjected Ivan Juric to a 1-0 beating on his Southampton managerial debut.

Head-to-head:

• West Ham United have won 10 of the 56 Premier League meetings between the two clubs.
• Liverpool have recorded 35 victories.
• The remaining 11 clashes ended in draws.
• Their last 5 meetings produced at least 3 goals.
• Liverpool scored at least 2 goals in their last 5 visits to the London Stadium.
• 8 of their last 10 encounters produced at least 3 goals.

Form:

• West Ham United in the league: L-W-D-D-W
• West Ham United in all competitions: L-W-D-D-W
• Liverpool in the League: W-D-D-W-W
• Liverpool in all competitions: W-D-W-W-W

Team News:

• West Ham will miss the presence of Jamaican center forward Michail Antonio in the upcoming match.
• For Liverpool, Ibrahim Konate and Conor Bradley are set to miss the upcoming match.

Player(s) to watch:

• Niclas Fullkrug’s shoulders will bare the significant burden to reignite West Ham’s faltering attack as West Ham United endure a challenging period in the Premier League. With his wealth of experience and sharp instincts in front of goal, his contributions could prove pivotal in reversing the Londoners’ fortunes. All eyes will be on him as West Ham take on the formidable league leaders Liverpool, where his leadership and finishing ability will be critical in their quest to stage an upset.
• Trent Alexander-Arnold has seamlessly integrated into Arne Slot’s tactical plans, maintaining his pivotal role within the squad. His versatility, vision, and precise deliveries make him one of the most influential full-backs in the modern game.