The Matchday 14 Premier League clash between Manchester United and West Ham will take place on December 4 at Old Trafford. Manchester United vs. West Ham: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Manchester United
The Red Devils have slightly worsened their league standing due to a series of three matches where they drew twice and lost at home to Everton (0-1). However, in the last round, they finally secured a victory, overcoming a resilient Crystal Palace away (2-1). This win lifted the club to 7th place, trailing the top four by just three points. Notably, matches involving Ruben Amorim's side are among the highest-scoring in the league, averaging 3.2 goals per game.
- In their last 7 Premier League matches, the Red Devils have suffered just 1 defeat, with 4 wins and 2 draws.
- Both teams scored in 5 of Manchester United's last 6 Premier League games.
- At least three goals were scored in 9 of the club's last 12 Premier League encounters.
Predicted lineup for Manchester United (3-4-2-1)
Senne Lammens – Lenny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Luke Shaw – Mason Mount, Matthijs de Ligt, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro – Amad Diallo, Bryan Mbeumo – Joshua Zirkzee.
Defender Harry Maguire and forward Benjamin Sesko are sidelined due to injury.
West Ham
Nuno Espirito Santo's side hosted a struggling Liverpool in the last round and lost to the reigning champions 0-2. This ended their unbeaten run of three matches in the Premier League (2 wins and 1 draw). The team remains outside the relegation zone, but only leads the nearest opponent from the bottom three on goal difference. Notably, the Londoners have already conceded 27 goals, with only Wolverhampton having a worse defensive record (28 goals).
- In their last 10 league matches, the club has secured only 2 wins (2 draws and 6 losses).
- West Ham conceded exactly two goals in 6 of their last 7 Premier League games.
- The Londoners have failed to win in four consecutive away matches (2 draws and 2 losses).
Predicted lineup for West Ham (4-2-3-1)
Alphonse Areola – Konstantinos Mavropanos, Jean-Clair Todibo, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, El-Hadji Malik Diuof – Freddie Potts, Lucas Paqueta – Sungutu Magassa, Jarrod Bowen, Mateus Fernandes – Callum Wilson.
Goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski's participation is in doubt. Midfielder Oliver Scarles will definitely miss the match due to injury, and Lucas Paqueta is suspended.
Referee
Andrew Kitchen (England)
Matches – 12 (Premier League and Championship, 2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 36;
Average yellow cards per match – 3;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 22;
Penalties – 17%.
Match Prediction: Manchester United vs. West Ham
The current form of the hosts is much better and more intriguing. It's likely that the Red Devils will come out on top in this encounter, but I'm hesitant to bet on their victory, especially since the Londoners have noticeably improved under their new manager. Moreover, Nuno Espirito Santo's side needs wins to avoid falling back into the relegation zone. I believe a bet on both teams to score is more promising in this match.
Matches involving Manchester United are among the most entertaining, with the club scoring a lot and allowing their opponents to do the same. In their last 9 Premier League matches, the Red Devils failed to score only once. Meanwhile, they conceded in their last six league games. The Londoners, on the other hand, have scored in 4 of their last 5 Premier League matches but have also conceded in their last 10 league encounters.
My prediction: Both teams to score – yes
