Burton Albion fans are in for a Valentine's Day treat at the Pirelli Stadium when they take on Premier League opposition in West Ham United in the fourth round of the FA Cup. The cup offers a welcome distraction from the stresses of League One, where they currently sit in 21st place and at risk of relegation.
West Ham could also see themselves relegated from the Premier League come the end of the season, so will also be hoping for a good cup run as a nice distraction. Nonetheless, it is always interesting when the FA Cup conjures up ties like these.
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Burton vs West Ham prediction: Hammers to break into round five?
Key stats
- Burton are winless in five games, losing three.
- West Ham have only lost once in six matches in all competitions, winning four of them.
- Burton's last six games have seen both teams score.
Correct score prediction: Burton 1-3 West Ham
While this is a potential banana skin for West Ham, their recent form suggests that they should have few problems. Burton could still get on the scoresheet though, as they have done in their previous seven matches.
Pre-game odds and win probability: West Ham favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 13/2 (7.50) – 13.3%
- DRAW: 4/1 (5.00) – 20.0%
- AWAY: 4/11 (1.36) – 73.3%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, West Ham are the favourites with bookmakers to win in normal time and progress into the next round. A draw is rated at 20%, while a Burton upset can be backed at just over 13%.
Also, feel free to check out our dedicated Today’s betting tips page for more of our expert FA Cup predictions.
Most recent H2Hs: First meeting
This game will present the first competitive meeting between the two sides. Both teams beat lower-league opposition in the third round, as Burton won 5-0 at National League Boreham Wood and West Ham beat Championship QPR 2-1.
Burton preview: Four expected absentees
Burton are expected to be missing as many as four players for this clash. Indeed, Dylan Williams, Julian Larsson, Sebastian Revan and Charlie Webster are all injured.
Predicted lineup: Collins (GK), Godwin-Malife, Vancooten, Hartridge, Lofthouse, Evans, McKiernan, Levan, Krubally, Beesley & Shade
Last five results:
- 07/02/26: Port Vale 2-2 Burton (League One)
- 03/02/26: Burton 1-2 Doncaster (League One)
- 31/01/26: Burton 2-2 Cardiff (League One)
- 27/01/26: Bolton 2-1 Burton (League One)
- 22/01/26: Lincoln 2-1 Burton (League One)
West Ham preview: Todibo still suspended
Jean-Clair Todibo is still suspended after picking up a red card in West Ham's 3-2 defeat to Chelsea. Pablo Felipe is also a doubt with injury.
Predicted lineup: Hermansen (GK), Walker-Peters, Mavropanos, Disasi, Scarles, Potts, Magassa, Summerville, Fernandes, Bowen & Castellanos
Last five results:
- 10/02/26: West Ham 1-1 Manchester United (Premier League)
- 07/02/26: Burnley 0-2 West Ham (Premier League)
- 31/01/26: Chelsea 3-2 West Ham (Premier League)
- 24/01/26: West Ham 3-1 Sunderland (Premier League)
- 17/01/26: Tottenham 1-2 West Ham (Premier League)
Player to watch: Jarrod Bowen
Jarrod Bowen's quality could be the difference for West Ham against Burton. His assist against Manchester United last time out was his fourth goal contribution in as many appearances.