Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the English Premier League match.
Ipswich Town have settled for draws in their last four matches, but when will these Premier League newcomers secure their first victory? The game is set to take place at the former Olympic Stadium.
West Ham United
West Ham United snatched a 1:1 draw in their last outing against Brentford, a team known for catching opponents off guard with early goals. It was Tomáš Souček who equalised the score, despite his starting place being challenged this season by the arrival of Guido Rodríguez. West Ham United got away with it against Brentford, as their modest eight shots (three on target) and 0.37 xG were countered by Brentford's 0.99 xG and 19 attempts. Fortunately for West Ham, their opponents seemed to struggle with accuracy, hitting the target only three times.
Ipswich Town
Not all Ipswich Town players displayed great accuracy, but Liam Delap demonstrated that his precision remains strong. Expected to achieve 0.57 xG, he doubled up with two goals from three shots against Aston Villa, earning the home side yet another draw. West Ham's defenders should prioritise containing him in the upcoming match.
West Ham United vs Ipswich Town Prediction
While West Ham United are playing at home, we would be cautious about backing them for a win. They are highly unpredictable in attack, frequently scoring only once per match. Their defence regularly encounters issues, with only a single clean sheet in the second round against Crystal Palace. We'll bet on both teams to score, given Ipswich have Liam Delap in their ranks.
