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Liverpool vs West Ham

Anfield, Liverpool31 October 2020 at 17:30
21
Referee: K. Friend

Match Events

Liverpool
West Ham
Kick Off
42′
Half Time
49′Declan Rice
Roberto FirminoDiogo Jota
70′
C. JonesX. Shaqiri
70′
74′
S. HallerA. Yarmolenko
Goal cancelled78′
VAR
Diogo Jota

assist: X. Shaqiri

85′
88′
A. MasuakuM. Lanzini
89′
J. BowenS. Benrahma
Mohamed SalahJ. Milner
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal0
9Total Shots4
1Blocked Shots1
6Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox0
13Fouls14
1Corner Kicks2
1Offsides0
72%Ball Possession28%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
828Total passes304
732Passes accurate210
88%Passes %69%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Liverpool is 6.77, compared to 6.87 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. Liverpool's highest-rated starter is Mohamed Salah (6.89), while West Ham's best-rated player is J. Bowen (6.98).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Liverpool have contributed 8 goals and 10 assists this season, led by Mohamed Salah (7G). West Ham's starters account for 13 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by J. Bowen (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Liverpool deploy 4 defenders rated 6.68 on average, against West Ham's 5-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

Liverpool field 3 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus West Ham's 4 rated 6.87. 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

Liverpool start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 1 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 Liverpool and 75% 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

Liverpool's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 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 Liverpool's starting XI is 29.8 (youngest: C. Jones (24), oldest: Alisson (33)), while West Ham average 33.0 (youngest: J. Bowen (29), oldest: Ł. Fabiański (40)). 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

Liverpool's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 23 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.

Liverpool4-3-35-4-1West Ham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Alisson26Roberts.12Gomez66Alexand.47Phillips5Wijnald.14Henders.17Jones9Firmino11Salah10Mané1Fabiańs.21Ogbonna3Cresswe.5Coufal26Masuaku4Balbuena28Souček41Rice18Fornals22Haller20Bowen

Substitutes

Coach: J. Klopp

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moyes

LiverpoolPosition StrengthWest Ham
6.77
Avg Rating
6.87
6.78Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.68Defender (4 v 5)
1G 2A0G 0A
6.82Midfielder (3 v 4)6.87
0G 2A13G 10A
6.89Forward (3 v 1)
7G 6A0G 0A
Liverpool4-3-3
1GoalkeeperAlisson6.8
26DefenderA. Robertson6.71G
12DefenderJ. Gomez6.62A
66DefenderT. Alexander-Arnold
47DefenderN. Phillips
5MidfielderG. Wijnaldum
14MidfielderJ. Henderson
17MidfielderC. Jones6.82A
9ForwardRoberto Firmino
11ForwardMohamed Salah6.97G6A
10ForwardS. Mané
West Ham5-4-1
1GoalkeeperŁ. Fabiański
21DefenderA. Ogbonna
3DefenderA. Cresswell
5DefenderV. Coufal
26DefenderA. Masuaku
4DefenderF. Balbuena
28MidfielderT. Souček6.85G
41MidfielderD. Rice
18MidfielderPablo Fornals
20MidfielderJ. Bowen7.08G10A
22ForwardS. Haller

Match Summary

Liverpool defeated West Ham 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2020. Goals were scored by Pablo Fornals 10′, Mohamed Salah 42′ (pen.), Diogo Jota 85′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Liverpool had 72% possession while West Ham held 28%. Liverpool had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 4 (3 on target) for West Ham. Liverpool made 3 substitutions, West Ham made 3. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Diogo Jota 78′).

Rivalry since 2010

Liverpool vs West Ham Head to Head Results

32 stretnutí
Liverpool
22
wins
Drawn
5
West Ham
5
wins
Total goals
113 · 3.5/match
Both scored
19/32 · 59%
Over 2.5
23/32 · 72%

Recent Form

Liverpool

DLWWLW

West Ham

LLWDWD

Match Prediction

Liverpool

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

West Ham

10%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : Liverpool or draw and +1.5 goals

56%Form44%
48%Attack52%
35%Defence65%
93%Head-to-head7%

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

Liverpool dominates

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

Liverpool8wins
1draws10 meetings
West Ham1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.5

Average goals per game

70%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (70%) — the odds may underestimate Liverpool.

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 72.5%Draw 19.3%Away 12.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.365.007.50
Max1.405.328.03
Over 2.5: 71.4%Under 2.5: 33.3%
Market favourite:Liverpool · Heavy 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 market69.6%18.3%12.1%
Public market69.4%18.0%12.6%

Liverpool vs West Ham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Liverpool
Result vs. Market: Liverpool (72%)

Result matched 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.

LiverpoolHalf-time:11West Ham
9Shots4
5Shots on target3

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
28/02/26Liverpool5–2West Ham1.42/4.75/6.50
30/11/25West Ham0–2Liverpool4.39/4.28/1.71
13/04/25Liverpool2–1West Ham1.30/6.04/8.89
29/12/24West Ham0–5Liverpool6.94/5.11/1.40
27/04/24West Ham2–2Liverpool5.61/5.01/1.50
24/09/23Liverpool3–1West Ham1.38/5.09/6.90
26/04/23West Ham1–2Liverpool3.96/3.86/1.87
19/10/22Liverpool1–0West Ham1.42/4.95/7.19
05/03/22Liverpool1–0West Ham1.29/5.75/9.86
07/11/21West Ham3–2Liverpool4.70/4.02/1.72

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: Liverpool

W 678D 307L 274
Over 2.554
Goals scored2265

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