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Southampton vs West Ham

St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton, Hampshire14 December 2019 at 17:30
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Referee: Martin Atkinson

Match Events

Southampton
West Ham
Kick Off
Pierre-Emile Højbjerg37′
37′
S. Haller

assist: Pablo Fornals

45′Robert Snodgrass
Half Time
N. RedmondOriol Romeu
46′
56′Ryan Fredericks
73′
R. SnodgrassA. Yarmolenko
79′
S. HallerC. Sánchez
S. LongS. Armstrong
84′
Cédric SoaresC. Adams
87′
88′
M. NobleI. Diop
90′David Martin
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal4
9Shots off Goal3
11Total Shots11
0Blocked Shots4
7Shots insidebox9
4Shots outsidebox2
9Fouls14
5Corner Kicks8
4Offsides2
57%Ball Possession43%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
474Total passes359
342Passes accurate218
72%Passes %61%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Southampton is 6.95, 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 4 midfielders averaging —, 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 2 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 77% 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 5 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 33.5 (youngest: J. Stephens (31), oldest: A. McCarthy (36)), 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 20 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.

Southampton4-4-24-4-2West Ham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1McCarthy21Bertrand2Soares5Stephens35Bednarek22Redmond23Højbjerg16Ward-Pr.12Djenepo7Long9Ings25Martin21Ogbonna3Cresswe.24Frederi.4Balbuena16Noble11Snodgra.30Antonio41Rice18Fornals22Haller

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hasenhüttl

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pellegrini

SouthamptonPosition StrengthWest Ham
6.95
Avg Rating
6.89Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.01Defender (4 v 4)
2G 0A0G 0A
Southampton4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. McCarthy6.9
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
5DefenderJ. Stephens7.02G
35DefenderJ. Bednarek
22MidfielderN. Redmond
23MidfielderP. Højbjerg
16MidfielderJ. Ward-Prowse
12MidfielderM. Djenepo
7ForwardS. Long
9ForwardD. Ings
West Ham4-4-2
25GoalkeeperD. Martin
21DefenderA. Ogbonna
3DefenderA. Cresswell
24DefenderR. Fredericks
4DefenderF. Balbuena
16MidfielderM. Noble
11MidfielderR. Snodgrass
41MidfielderD. Rice
18MidfielderPablo Fornals
30ForwardM. Antonio
22ForwardS. Haller

Match Summary

West Ham defeated Southampton 1:0. The match was played in Premier League 2019. Goals were scored by S. Haller 37′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Southampton had 57% possession while West Ham held 43%. Southampton had 11 shots (2 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for West Ham. Southampton made 3 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
65 · 2.5/match
Both scored
14/26 · 54%
Over 2.5
14/26 · 54%

Recent Form

Southampton

WDLDWW

West Ham

LLWDWD

Match Prediction

Southampton

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

West Ham

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or West Ham

70%Form30%
67%Attack33%
58%Defence42%
20%Head-to-head80%

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 (50%) — the odds may underestimate West Ham.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.4%

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 52.2%Draw 26.0%Away 26.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.903.803.75
Max1.943.953.87
Over 2.5: 62.1%Under 2.5: 43.5%
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 market50.2%24.7%25.2%
Public market50.0%25.0%25.0%

Southampton vs West Ham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

West Ham
Result vs. Market: Southampton (52%)

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:01West Ham
11Shots11
2Shots 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