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Bournemouth vs West Ham

Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth26 December 2017 at 15:00
33
Referee: Robert Madley

Match Events

Bournemouth
West Ham
Kick Off
7′
J. Collins

assist: A. Cresswell

D. Gosling

assist: J. King

29′
Simon Francis32′
37′Pablo Zabaleta
Half Time
55′James Collins
56′Aaron Cresswell
N. Aké

assist: D. Gosling

57′
60′
Pedro ObiangA. Carroll
61′
A. AyewJavier Hernández
J. KingB. Afobe
65′
Lewis Cook71′
Nathan Aké79′
79′
P. ZabaletaD. Rice
81′
M. Arnautović
R. FraserM. Pugh
86′
87′Angelo Ogbonna
89′
M. Arnautović
C. Wilson

assist: N. Aké

90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

10Shots on Goal5
10Shots off Goal3
25Total Shots10
5Blocked Shots2
20Shots insidebox8
5Shots outsidebox2
12Fouls14
7Corner Kicks4
0Offsides2
56%Ball Possession44%
3Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves7
424Total passes333
330Passes accurate236
78%Passes %71%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bournemouth is 6.69, 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. Bournemouth's highest-rated starter is L. Cook (6.89), while West Ham's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Bournemouth deploy 4 defenders rated 6.48 on average, against West Ham's 3-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

Bournemouth field 4 midfielders averaging 6.89, 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

Bournemouth start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 81% for Bournemouth 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

Bournemouth's starters have collected 4 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 Bournemouth's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: L. Cook (28), oldest: A. Smith (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

Bournemouth's starters average 18 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.

Bournemouth4-4-1-13-4-2-1West Ham
GKDEFMIDFWD
27Begović2Francis15Smith3Cook5Aké4Gosling24Fraser33Ibe16Cook13Wilson17King13Adrián19Collins5Zabaleta21Ogbonna3Cresswe.26Masuaku8Kouyaté14Obiang10Lanzini20Ayew7Arnauto.

Substitutes

Coach: E. Howe

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moyes

BournemouthPosition StrengthWest Ham
6.69
Avg Rating
6.48Defender (4 v 3)
0G 2A0G 0A
6.89Midfielder (4 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
Bournemouth4-4-1-1
27GoalkeeperA. Begović
2DefenderS. Francis
15DefenderA. Smith6.52A
3DefenderS. Cook
5DefenderN. Aké
4MidfielderD. Gosling
24MidfielderR. Fraser
33MidfielderJ. Ibe
16MidfielderL. Cook6.91A
13ForwardC. Wilson
17ForwardJ. King
West Ham3-4-2-1
13GoalkeeperAdrián
19DefenderJ. Collins
21DefenderA. Ogbonna
3DefenderA. Cresswell
5MidfielderP. Zabaleta
26MidfielderA. Masuaku
8MidfielderC. Kouyaté
14MidfielderPedro Obiang
10ForwardM. Lanzini
20ForwardA. Ayew
7ForwardM. Arnautović

Match Summary

Bournemouth and West Ham drew 3:3. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by J. Collins 7′, D. Gosling 29′, N. Aké 57′, M. Arnautović 81′, M. Arnautović 89′, C. Wilson 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Bournemouth had 56% possession while West Ham held 44%. Bournemouth had 25 shots (10 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for West Ham. Bournemouth made 2 substitutions, West Ham made 3.

Rivalry since 2015

Bournemouth vs West Ham Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Bournemouth
5
wins
Drawn
8
West Ham
7
wins
Total goals
63 · 3.1/match
Both scored
12/20 · 60%
Over 2.5
10/20 · 50%

Recent Form

Bournemouth

WWDWWD

West Ham

LLWDWD

Match Prediction

Bournemouth

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

West Ham

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or West Ham

22%Form78%
30%Attack70%
29%Defence71%
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.

Bournemouth0wins
7draws10 meetings
West Ham3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.8

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate West Ham.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.0%

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 35.8%Draw 30.5%Away 36.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.793.252.62
Max2.803.302.81
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market35.0%30.1%34.9%
Public market34.9%29.6%35.4%

Bournemouth vs West Ham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: West Ham (37%)

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.

BournemouthHalf-time:11West Ham
26Shots10
10Shots on target5

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
21/02/26West Ham0–0Bournemouth2.50/3.70/2.63
22/11/25Bournemouth2–2West Ham1.64/4.18/5.00
05/04/25West Ham2–2Bournemouth3.01/3.51/2.34
16/12/24Bournemouth1–1West Ham1.72/4.09/4.48
01/02/24West Ham1–1Bournemouth2.41/3.72/2.72
12/08/23Bournemouth1–1West Ham2.67/3.36/2.52
23/04/23Bournemouth0–4West Ham2.84/3.23/2.59
24/10/22West Ham2–0Bournemouth1.56/4.04/6.18
01/01/20West Ham4–0Bournemouth1.93/3.85/3.76
28/09/19Bournemouth2–2West Ham2.48/3.54/2.80

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: Bournemouth

W 107D 85L 147
Over 2.560
Goals scored445

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