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West Ham vs Southampton

London Stadium, London28 December 2015 at 17:30
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Match Events

West Ham
Southampton
Kick Off
13′
C. Jenkinson

Own Goal

Half Time
M. ZárateA. Carroll
46′
A. SongM. Lanzini
46′
52′Cuco Martina
James Tomkins58′
66′Ryan Bertrand
M. Antonio
69′
70′
R. MartinaM. Yoshida
75′
S. ManéJuanmi
75′
D. TadićG. Ramírez
A. Carroll
79′
E. ValenciaPedro Obiang
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
7Shots off Goal8
13Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox8
4Shots outsidebox7
0Fouls0
4Corner Kicks7
1Offsides2
49%Ball Possession51%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
408Total passes409
300Passes accurate304
74%Passes %74%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for West Ham is —, compared to 6.72 for Southampton. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. West Ham's highest-rated starter is —, while Southampton's best-rated player is Oriol Romeu (6.72).

Defensive Solidity

West Ham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

West Ham field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Southampton's 5 rated 6.72. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

West Ham start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Southampton averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for West Ham and 78% for Southampton. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

West Ham's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Southampton. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of West Ham's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Southampton average 34.0 (youngest: Oriol Romeu (34), oldest: Oriol Romeu (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

West Ham's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Southampton. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

West HamPosition StrengthSouthampton
Avg Rating
6.72
Midfielder (3 v 5)6.72
0G 0A0G 0A
West Ham
13GoalkeeperAdrián
19DefenderJ. Collins
21DefenderA. Ogbonna
5DefenderJ. Tomkins
12DefenderC. Jenkinson
4MidfielderA. Song
16MidfielderM. Noble
8MidfielderC. Kouyaté
30ForwardM. Antonio
10ForwardM. Zárate
11ForwardE. Valencia
Southampton
22GoalkeeperM. Stekelenburg
6DefenderJosé Fonte
21DefenderR. Bertrand
15DefenderR. Martina
17DefenderV. van Dijk
8MidfielderS. Davis
11MidfielderD. Tadić
12MidfielderV. Wanyama
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
10MidfielderS. Mané
7ForwardS. Long

Match Summary

West Ham defeated Southampton 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2015. Goals were scored by C. Jenkinson 13′ (o.g.), M. Antonio 69′, A. Carroll 79′. 4 yellow cards were shown. West Ham had 49% possession while Southampton held 51%. West Ham had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Southampton. West Ham made 3 substitutions, Southampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

West Ham vs Southampton Head to Head Results

26 stretnutí
West Ham
11
wins
Drawn
8
Southampton
7
wins
Total goals
63 · 2.4/match
Both scored
13/26 · 50%
Over 2.5
13/26 · 50%

Recent Form

West Ham

LLWDWD

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

West Ham

35%

Home win

 

35%

Draw

Southampton

30%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : West Ham or draw and -3.5 goals

56%Form44%
25%Attack75%
78%Defence22%
50%Head-to-head50%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

West Ham5wins
4draws10 meetings
Southampton1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

1.9

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (27%) — the odds may underestimate West Ham.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.6%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 28.4%Draw 30.0%Away 45.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.403.202.20
Max3.603.412.24
Market favourite:Southampton · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market27.5%28.8%43.8%
Public market27.1%28.7%44.3%

West Ham vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

West Ham
Result vs. Market: Southampton (45%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

West HamHalf-time:01Southampton
13Shots15
5Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
19/04/25West Ham1–1Southampton1.49/4.47/6.50
26/12/24Southampton0–1West Ham3.28/3.51/2.19
02/04/23West Ham1–0Southampton1.74/3.70/4.94
16/10/22Southampton1–1West Ham2.95/3.41/2.42
26/12/21West Ham2–3Southampton1.84/3.79/4.16
11/09/21Southampton0–0West Ham2.90/3.41/2.46
23/05/21West Ham3–0Southampton1.70/3.96/4.94
29/12/20Southampton0–0West Ham2.18/3.52/3.37
29/02/20West Ham3–1Southampton2.71/3.57/2.53
14/12/19Southampton0–1West Ham1.92/3.85/3.81

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: West Ham

W 380D 289L 476
Over 2.551
Goals scored1425

Away Record: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026