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West Ham vs Southampton

London Stadium, London29 February 2020 at 15:00
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Match Events

West Ham
Southampton
Kick Off
J. Bowen

assist: Pablo Fornals

15′
31′
M. Obafemi

assist: J. Ward-Prowse

S. Haller

assist: M. Antonio

40′
45′Jack Stephens
Half Time
54′
S. BoufalD. Ings
M. Antonio

assist: Pablo Fornals

54′
Aaron Cresswell65′
68′
M. ObafemiJ. Vestergaard
J. BowenR. Snodgrass
78′
78′
W. SmallboneOriol Romeu
Pablo FornalsFelipe Anderson
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal2
5Shots off Goal3
14Total Shots10
2Blocked Shots5
10Shots insidebox7
4Shots outsidebox3
8Fouls11
4Corner Kicks9
0Offsides1
33%Ball Possession67%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
257Total passes521
152Passes accurate390
59%Passes %75%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for West Ham is 6.98, compared to 6.95 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 J. Bowen (6.98), while Southampton's best-rated player is J. Stephens (7.01).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of West Ham have contributed 8 goals and 10 assists this season, led by J. Bowen (8G). Southampton's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by J. Stephens (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

West Ham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton's 4-man backline averaging 7.01. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Southampton'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

West Ham start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 73% for West Ham and 77% 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 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 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 34.5 (youngest: J. Bowen (29), oldest: Ł. Fabiański (40)), while Southampton average 30.7 (youngest: W. Smallbone (25), oldest: A. McCarthy (36)). 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 18 league appearances each, versus 20 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 Ham4-4-24-4-2Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Fabiańs.21Ogbonna3Cresswe.23Diop16Noble30Antonio41Rice18Fornals22Haller17Bowen52Ngakia1McCarthy21Bertrand5Stephens35Bednarek17Armstro.23Højbjerg16Ward-Pr.19Boufal27Smallbo.7Long20Obafemi

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moyes

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hasenhüttl

West HamPosition StrengthSouthampton
6.98
Avg Rating
6.95
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)7.01
0G 0A2G 0A
6.98Midfielder (4 v 4)
8G 10A0G 0A
West Ham4-4-2
1GoalkeeperŁ. Fabiański
21DefenderA. Ogbonna
3DefenderA. Cresswell
23DefenderI. Diop
52DefenderJ. Ngakia
16MidfielderM. Noble
41MidfielderD. Rice
18MidfielderPablo Fornals
17MidfielderJ. Bowen7.08G10A
30ForwardM. Antonio
22ForwardS. Haller
Southampton4-4-2
1GoalkeeperA. McCarthy6.9
21DefenderR. Bertrand
5DefenderJ. Stephens7.02G
35DefenderJ. Bednarek
16DefenderJ. Ward-Prowse
17MidfielderS. Armstrong
23MidfielderP. Højbjerg
19MidfielderS. Boufal
27MidfielderW. Smallbone
7ForwardS. Long
20ForwardM. Obafemi

Match Summary

West Ham defeated Southampton 3:1. The match was played in Premier League 2019. Goals were scored by J. Bowen 15′, M. Obafemi 31′, S. Haller 40′, M. Antonio 54′. 2 yellow cards were shown. West Ham had 33% possession while Southampton held 67%. West Ham had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 10 (2 on target) for Southampton. West Ham made 2 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
62 · 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

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Southampton

14%Form86%
46%Attack54%
39%Defence61%
80%Head-to-head20%

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 (35%) — the odds may underestimate West Ham.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.5%

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 36.9%Draw 28.0%Away 39.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.653.502.50
Max2.773.612.55
Over 2.5: 58.1%Under 2.5: 47.6%
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%26.9%38.1%
Public market35.8%26.3%37.9%

West Ham vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

West Ham
Result vs. Market: Southampton (39%)

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:21Southampton
14Shots10
7Shots on target2

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