West Ham are set to take on Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday, 30 November, in a match that the Hammers will perhaps see as an opportunity for a scalp.
The visitors are in freefall at the moment, and there are even suggestions that another defeat on Sunday could spell the end for Arne Slot as Liverpool manager.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our West Ham vs Liverpool prediction below.
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West Ham vs Liverpool prediction: The Irons to pile more misery on Slot
Key Stats
- West Ham have taken seven points from the last nine available.
- Liverpool have lost six of their last seven Premier League matches.
- Both teams have scored in each of West Ham's last four matches.
Correct score prediction: West Ham 2-1 Liverpool
It's a perfect storm for West Ham ahead of kick-off on Sunday. They are in their best form of the seaosn, while Liverpool are in turmoil, and they should be looing to take full advantage.
Pre-game odds and win probability: West Ham are big underdogs
- HOME: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.8%
- DRAW: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
- AWAY: 8/11 (1.73) – 57.9%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The West Ham vs Liverpool odds are remarkable as they have been priced as if Liverpool are not losing games for fun this season. Ladbrokes have given West Ham just a 23.8% chance of winning the match, while Liverpool have been given a 57.9% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Liverpool dominance
The biggest reason why the bookies are ignoring Liverpool's recent form for this one is Liverpool's record against West Ham in recent years. The Reds are unbeaten across their last nine matches against the Hammers, with eight wins and one draw.
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West Ham preview: Paqueta returns
Lucas Paqueta is exepected to go straight back into the West Ham starting XI on Sunday, with the Brazilian set to return after missing the draw with Bournemouth through suspension. Lukasz Fabianski and Oliver Scarles remain in the treatment room.
Predicted lineup: Areola (GK), Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Diouf, Fernandes, Potts, Bowen, Paqueta, Summerville, Wilson
Last five results
- Bournemouth 2-2 West Ham
- West Ham 3-2 Burnley
- West Ham 3-1 Newcastle
- Leeds 2-1 West Ham
- West Ham 0-2 Brentford
Liverpool preview: Ekitike to miss out
Liverpool will be without Hugo Ekitike for the match against West Ham on Sunday after the Frenchman hobbled off the Anfield pitch on Tuesday night. Alisson should be available, though, after missing that match through ilnness.
Predicted lineup: Alisson (GK), Gomez, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Gravenberch, Jones, Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo, Isak
Last five results
- Liverpool 1-4 PSV
- Liverpool 0-3 Nottingham Forest
- Man City 3-0 Liverpool
- Liverpool 1-0 Real Madrid
- Liverpool 2-0 Aston Villa
Player to watch: Callum Wilson
Callum Wilson has stepped up to the plate in recent weeks for West Ham and there are signs that he could be to this West Ham team what Chris Wood was to Nottingham Forest under Nuno Espirito Santo. Wilson has scored three goals in his last two outings for the Irons.