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West Ham vs Tottenham

London Stadium, London21 February 2021 at 12:00
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Referee: C. Pawson

Match Events

West Ham
Tottenham
Kick Off
M. Antonio
5′
36′Érik Lamela
42′Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
44′Sergio Reguilón
Half Time
46′
E. LamelaG. Bale
46′
J. TangangaM. Doherty
Penalty confirmed47′
VAR
J. Lingard

assist: Pablo Fornals

47′
Tomáš Souček56′
Issa Diop62′
64′
Lucas Moura

assist: G. Bale

J. BowenS. Benrahma
65′
Michail Antonio69′
77′
ReguilónD. Alli
Pablo FornalsB. Johnson
81′
J. LingardM. Noble
90+4′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
0Shots off Goal13
4Total Shots20
0Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox8
0Shots outsidebox12
14Fouls7
5Corner Kicks7
1Offsides0
30%Ball Possession70%
4Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
253Total passes569
156Passes accurate471
62%Passes %83%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for West Ham is 6.87, compared to — for Tottenham. 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 Tottenham's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of West Ham have contributed 13 goals and 10 assists this season, led by J. Bowen (8G). Tottenham'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

West Ham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tottenham'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

West Ham field 5 midfielders averaging 6.87, versus Tottenham's 5 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Tottenham 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 75% for West Ham and —% for Tottenham. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Tottenham. 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 33.0 (youngest: J. Bowen (29), oldest: Ł. Fabiański (40)), while Tottenham average 33.0 (youngest: Son Heung-Min (33), oldest: Son Heung-Min (33)). 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 23 league appearances each, versus 0 for Tottenham. 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 Ham4-2-3-14-2-3-1Tottenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Fabiańs.3Cresswe.15Dawson5Coufal23Diop30Antonio11Lingard28Souček41Rice18Fornals20Bowen1Lloris6Sánchez3Reguilón25Tanganga11Lamela27Moura5Højbjerg15Dier28Ndombèlé7Heung-M.10Kane

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moyes

Substitutes

Coach: José Mourinho

West HamPosition StrengthTottenham
6.87
Avg Rating
6.87Midfielder (5 v 5)
13G 10A0G 0A
West Ham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperŁ. Fabiański
3DefenderA. Cresswell
15DefenderC. Dawson
5DefenderV. Coufal
23DefenderI. Diop
11MidfielderJ. Lingard
28MidfielderT. Souček6.85G
41MidfielderD. Rice
18MidfielderPablo Fornals
20MidfielderJ. Bowen7.08G10A
30ForwardM. Antonio
Tottenham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
6DefenderD. Sánchez
3DefenderReguilón
25DefenderJ. Tanganga
15DefenderE. Dier
11MidfielderE. Lamela
27MidfielderLucas Moura
5MidfielderP. Højbjerg
28MidfielderT. Ndombèlé
7MidfielderSon Heung-Min
10ForwardH. Kane

Match Summary

West Ham defeated Tottenham 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2020. Goals were scored by M. Antonio 5′, J. Lingard 47′, Lucas Moura 64′. 7 yellow cards were shown. West Ham had 30% possession while Tottenham held 70%. West Ham had 4 shots (4 on target) compared to 20 (4 on target) for Tottenham. West Ham made 3 substitutions, Tottenham made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Jesse Lingard 47′).

Rivalry since 2010

West Ham vs Tottenham Head to Head Results

34 stretnutí
West Ham
12
wins
Drawn
7
Tottenham
15
wins
Total goals
101 · 3.0/match
Both scored
21/34 · 62%
Over 2.5
19/34 · 56%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 33 v 2020

Recent Form

West Ham

LLWDWD

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Match Prediction

West Ham

35%

Home win

 

35%

Draw

Tottenham

30%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : West Ham or draw

77%Form23%
77%Attack23%
57%Defence43%
29%Head-to-head71%

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 Ham3wins
3draws10 meetings
Tottenham4wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.7

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (36%) — the odds may underestimate Tottenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.1%

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 37.6%Draw 29.8%Away 36.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.623.302.70
Max2.733.402.78
Over 2.5: 52.6%Under 2.5: 52.6%
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 market35.8%29.0%35.2%
Public market36.5%28.1%35.4%

West Ham vs Tottenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

West Ham
Result vs. Market: West Ham (38%)

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.

West HamHalf-time:10Tottenham
4Shots20
4Shots 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
17/01/26Tottenham1–2West Ham1.73/4.00/4.50
13/09/25West Ham0–3Tottenham3.47/3.61/2.10
04/05/25West Ham1–1Tottenham2.09/3.71/3.38
19/10/24Tottenham4–1West Ham1.51/4.92/5.54
02/04/24West Ham1–1Tottenham3.26/4.21/1.99
07/12/23Tottenham1–2West Ham1.77/4.24/4.01
19/02/23Tottenham2–0West Ham1.82/3.65/4.47
31/08/22West Ham1–1Tottenham3.66/3.75/1.98
20/03/22Tottenham3–1West Ham1.73/3.83/4.81
24/10/21West Ham1–0Tottenham2.33/3.48/3.04

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: Tottenham

W 544D 297L 418
Over 2.554
Goals scored1938

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026