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Leeds vs West Ham

Elland Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire25 September 2021 at 15:00
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Referee: K. Friend

Match Events

Leeds
West Ham
Kick Off
Raphinha

assist: M. Klich

19′
Half Time
D. JamesJ. Harrison
46′
VAR
54′Goal cancelled
55′Michail Antonio
67′
Junior Firpo

Own Goal

RaphinhaT. Roberts
69′
Illan Meslier70′
78′
Pablo FornalsN. Vlašić
Tyler Roberts81′
J. ShackletonC. Summerville
90+1′
90+7′
M. AntonioA. Yarmolenko
90+2′
J. BowenC. Dawson
90′
M. Antonio

assist: D. Rice

Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal7
4Shots off Goal9
15Total Shots20
6Blocked Shots4
6Shots insidebox11
9Shots outsidebox9
10Fouls6
5Corner Kicks7
2Offsides0
54%Ball Possession46%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves4
414Total passes348
336Passes accurate273
81%Passes %78%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Leeds is 6.65, 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. Leeds's highest-rated starter is D. James (6.65), while West Ham's best-rated player is J. Bowen (6.98).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Leeds have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. 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

Leeds deploy 4 defenders rated — 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

Leeds field 5 midfielders averaging 6.65, versus West Ham's 5 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

Leeds start 1 forward(s) averaging —, 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 64% for Leeds 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

Leeds's starters have collected 0 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 Leeds's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: I. Meslier (25), oldest: D. James (28)), 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

Leeds's starters average 8 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.

Leeds4-1-4-14-2-3-1West Ham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Meslier6Cooper15Dallas3Firpo35Cresswe.43Klich23Phillips46Shackle.19Rodrigo20James10Raphinha1Fabiańs.21Ogbonna3Cresswe.5Coufal4Zouma9Antonio28Souček41Rice8Fornals22Benrahma20Bowen

Substitutes

Coach: M. Bielsa

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moyes

LeedsPosition StrengthWest Ham
6.65
Avg Rating
6.87
6.65Midfielder (5 v 5)6.87
0G 0A13G 10A
Leeds4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperI. Meslier
6DefenderL. Cooper
3DefenderJunior Firpo
35DefenderC. Cresswell
46DefenderJ. Shackleton
15MidfielderS. Dallas
43MidfielderM. Klich
23MidfielderK. Phillips
20MidfielderD. James6.7
10MidfielderRaphinha
19ForwardRodrigo
West Ham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperŁ. Fabiański
21DefenderA. Ogbonna
3DefenderA. Cresswell
5DefenderV. Coufal
4DefenderK. Zouma
28MidfielderT. Souček6.85G
41MidfielderD. Rice
8MidfielderPablo Fornals
22MidfielderS. Benrahma
20MidfielderJ. Bowen7.08G10A
9ForwardM. Antonio

Match Summary

West Ham defeated Leeds 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2021. Goals were scored by Raphinha 19′, Junior Firpo 67′ (o.g.), M. Antonio 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Leeds had 54% possession while West Ham held 46%. Leeds had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 20 (7 on target) for West Ham. Leeds made 3 substitutions, West Ham made 3. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Michail Antonio 54′).

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Leeds vs West Ham Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Leeds
2
wins
Drawn
3
West Ham
4
wins
Total goals
29 · 3.2/match
Both scored
7/9 · 78%
Over 2.5
6/9 · 67%

Recent Form

Leeds

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West Ham

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Match Prediction

Leeds

0%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

West Ham

50%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Winner : West Ham and +1.5 goals

27%Form73%
31%Attack69%
37%Defence63%
20%Head-to-head80%

Injuries & Suspensions

Leeds

  • DoubtfulP. Bamford
  • DoubtfulR. Koch
  • DoubtfulD. Llorente
  • DoubtfulP. Struijk
  • DoubtfulL. Ayling

West Ham

  • DoubtfulR. Fredericks

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.

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: Leeds

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