West Ham United welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers to the London Stadium for a Monday night Premier League clash. The Hammers are looking to bounce back after a disappointing 3-1 defeat at Leicester City in their previous outing. Wolves make the trip to East London seeking to recover from their own setback, having suffered a heavy 4-0 loss at Everton in midweek. Both sides will be eager to return to winning ways in this evening kick-off.
Watch West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers on TV and online in the UK
The Premier League clash between West Ham and Wolves will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. The Hammers' home fixture at the London Stadium will be available to Sky Sports subscribers across all three channels.
Predictions and betting tips: West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
The Hammers head into this clash as clear favorites against Wolves, with bookmakers giving West Ham a solid 52.8% chance of securing all three points at home. The odds of 1.85 for a home win reflect the confidence in David Moyes' side, while Wolves are seen as considerable underdogs with a win probability of just 21.81% and longer odds of 4.0. The possibility of points being shared at the London Stadium sits at 25.39%, with bet365 offering odds of 3.9 for a draw. West Ham's stronger win probability suggests they're expected to have the upper hand in this fixture, though the decent draw percentage indicates it might not be a straightforward affair. Wolves' relatively low win probability shows they've got their work cut out if they want to nick a result away from home.
West Ham United Recent Form
The Hammers have endured a rather mixed bag of results in their recent Premier League outings, showing considerable inconsistency in their performances. Their home form at the London Stadium has been particularly concerning, where they suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat to Arsenal and managed only a goalless draw against Everton, though they did secure a decent 2-1 victory over Man United. On their travels, West Ham's form has been equally unpredictable. While they pulled off an impressive 2-0 victory at St James' Park against Newcastle, they've also endured some difficult moments, including a 3-1 defeat at Leicester and a comprehensive 3-0 loss at the City Ground against Forest. This patchy form suggests the East London outfit are struggling to find their rhythm, with defensive frailties particularly evident in matches where they've shipped multiple goals.
West Ham United Recent Results
Wolves have shown quite contrasting fortunes in their recent away outings in the Premier League, with their form taking a significant dip in their latest trip. The Molineux outfit suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat at Goodison Park against Everton, which marked a stark departure from their previous away performance where they put four past Fulham in an impressive 4-1 victory at Craven Cottage. Looking at their broader away record, the West Midlands side have displayed an interesting mix of resilience and attacking prowess on their travels. Before their Everton setback, they managed to hold Brighton to a spirited 2-2 draw at the Amex, showcasing their ability to compete with established Premier League sides away from home. However, the recent hammering by the Toffees has raised questions about their defensive stability on the road, particularly given how they'd previously looked quite solid in their attacking transitions during away fixtures.
Head-to-Head data: West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
In a closely contested head-to-head rivalry, West Ham United hold a slight edge over Wolves with six victories to five across their 11 meetings, remarkably without a single draw between the sides. The Hammers have proven particularly strong on home turf, securing four wins at the London Stadium, while also managing to nick two impressive away victories at Molineux. Their most recent encounter, however, saw them fall to a 3-1 defeat in a pre-season friendly. Wolves have shown they're no pushovers in this fixture, claiming five wins overall with three of those coming at their Molineux fortress. The Wanderers have also demonstrated their ability to travel well, picking up two away victories against the Irons. The latest pre-season triumph will surely give them confidence heading into their next competitive clash, though the overall head-to-head record suggests these matches could go either way, with both sides capable of putting in match-winning performances.
League table positions of West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers
West Ham and Wolves find themselves at opposite ends of the bottom half of the Premier League table. The Hammers currently occupy 14th position, sitting precariously above the relegation scrap but not entirely clear of danger. Meanwhile, Wolves are struggling in 19th place, deep in the drop zone and facing a real battle to maintain their top-flight status. The gap between the two sides highlights their contrasting fortunes, with West Ham having a bit more breathing room while the West Midlands outfit needs to start picking up points quickly to climb out of the bottom three.
