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Southampton vs West Ham

St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton4 February 2017 at 15:00
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Referee: Graham Scott

Match Events

Southampton
West Ham
Kick Off
M. Gabbiadini

assist: J. Rodriguez

12′
14′
A. Carroll

assist: Pedro Obiang

Half Time
J. RodriguezN. Redmond
46′
52′
M. Noble
56′
A. CarrollM. Lanzini
S. BoufalS. Long
63′
71′
C. KouyatéJ. Collins
80′Aaron Cresswell
90+1′
S. FeghouliJ. Calleri
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal4
11Shots off Goal1
21Total Shots6
3Blocked Shots1
13Shots insidebox3
8Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls15
3Corner Kicks2
2Offsides3
55%Ball Possession45%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves6
474Total passes390
388Passes accurate296
82%Passes %76%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Southampton is 6.87, compared to — for West Ham. 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. Southampton's highest-rated starter is J. Stephens (7.01), while West Ham's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Southampton have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by J. Stephens (2G). West Ham's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Southampton deploy 4 defenders rated 7.01 on average, against West Ham'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

Southampton field 3 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus West Ham's 4 rated —. 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

Southampton start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for West Ham 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 85% for Southampton and —% for West Ham. 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

Southampton's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for West Ham. 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 Southampton's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: J. Stephens (31), oldest: Oriol Romeu (34)), while West Ham average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Southampton's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 0 for West Ham. 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.

Southampton4-3-34-4-2West Ham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Forster3Yoshida21Bertrand2Soares24Stephens8Davis14Romeu16Ward-Pr.19Boufal9Rodrigu.20Gabbiad.1Randolph2Reid23Fonte3Cresswe.16Noble11Snodgra.7Feghouli8Kouyaté30Antonio14Obiang9Carroll

Substitutes

Coach: C. Puel

Substitutes

Coach: S. Bilić

SouthamptonPosition StrengthWest Ham
6.87
Avg Rating
7.01Defender (4 v 4)
2G 0A0G 0A
6.72Midfielder (3 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Southampton4-3-3
1GoalkeeperF. Forster
3DefenderM. Yoshida
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
24DefenderJ. Stephens7.02G
8MidfielderS. Davis
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
16MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
19ForwardS. Boufal
9ForwardJ. Rodriguez
20ForwardM. Gabbiadini
West Ham4-4-2
1GoalkeeperD. Randolph
2DefenderW. Reid
23DefenderJosé Fonte
3DefenderA. Cresswell
8DefenderC. Kouyaté
16MidfielderM. Noble
11MidfielderR. Snodgrass
7MidfielderS. Feghouli
14MidfielderPedro Obiang
30ForwardM. Antonio
9ForwardA. Carroll

Match Summary

West Ham defeated Southampton 3:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by M. Gabbiadini 12′, A. Carroll 14′, Pedro Obiang 44′, M. Noble 52′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Southampton had 55% possession while West Ham held 45%. Southampton had 21 shots (7 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for West Ham. Southampton made 2 substitutions, West Ham made 3.

Rivalry since 2011

Southampton vs West Ham Head to Head Results

26 stretnutí
Southampton
7
wins
Drawn
8
West Ham
11
wins
Total goals
62 · 2.4/match
Both scored
13/26 · 50%
Over 2.5
13/26 · 50%

Recent Form

Southampton

WDLDWW

West Ham

LLWDWD

Match Prediction

Southampton

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

West Ham

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Southampton or draw

33%Form67%
45%Attack55%
50%Defence50%
71%Head-to-head29%

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.

Southampton1wins
4draws10 meetings
West Ham5wins

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 (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (53%) — the odds may underestimate West Ham.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.2%

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 54.2%Draw 27.2%Away 21.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.833.604.50
Max1.853.754.84
Market favourite:Southampton · Moderate 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 market53.0%26.7%20.3%
Public market52.5%25.9%21.6%
Δ0.5%0.8%1.3%

Southampton vs West Ham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

West Ham
Result vs. Market: Southampton (54%)

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.

SouthamptonHalf-time:12West Ham
21Shots6
7Shots 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: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Away Record: West Ham

W 380D 289L 476
Over 2.551
Goals scored1425

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026