🔊 Will Liverpool fans witness another victory at Anfield? In the 1/16 round of the English League Cup, the Merseysiders will face West Ham. While the Hammers are a tough opponent, they have often struggled to challenge Liverpool effectively. In this preview, we will evaluate the chances of both teams advancing to the next stage.
### Head-to-Head
In their last 10 encounters, Liverpool has won 8 times, while West Ham has managed just one victory. These matchups are typically filled with attacking football and plenty of scoring opportunities, as evidenced by the fact that at least 3 goals have been scored in each of the last 4 meetings between the two sides.
### Liverpool
Despite a surprising setback at Anfield, Liverpool is in strong form overall. They have secured 5 wins in their last 6 matches, with the only blemish being a 0-1 loss to Nottingham Forest at home. However, they bounced back impressively, defeating AC Milan (3-1) and Manchester United (3-0) with relative ease. If the team can effectively convert their scoring chances and avoid wasting opportunities, few opponents will be able to stop them.
### West Ham United
West Ham has had a rough start to the season. While a challenging schedule can be cited as a reason, the Hammers need to compete for higher positions in the standings rather than languishing near the bottom. So far, under Lopetegui, they’ve managed to secure only 4 points in 5 Premier League matches. They scraped through to the 1/16 round of the English League Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory over Bournemouth.
### Goals Prediction
Liverpool has been relentless in attack this season, consistently finding the back of the net. Unless they face an unusually tough opponent, as they did against Nottingham Forest, the Reds typically score at least 2 goals per match. Given West Ham's current instability, betting on Liverpool to score over 1.5 goals seems like a strong option.
### Corners Prediction
Liverpool often generates numerous corners through their attacking style, but this requires the opposition to perform poorly—a scenario that is unlikely given Liverpool's strong form in the 2024/25 season. On average, matches involving Liverpool yield around 8.5 corners. However, betting on fewer than 10.5 total corners may be wise, considering Liverpool's efficiency.
### Scores24 Prediction for Liverpool vs. West Ham United
While West Ham is known for being a tenacious team capable of disrupting even the top clubs, they face significant challenges in this matchup. Historically, the Hammers have struggled against Liverpool, and their recent poor form adds to their difficulties. We expect Liverpool to secure a 3-1 victory.
The Merseysiders are unlikely to settle for a narrow win, as they have won all 5 of their matches this season by a margin of 2 or more goals. With a manageable schedule in the weeks ahead, Liverpool's key players are expected to maintain their intensity. Our editorial team predicts a Liverpool win with a handicap of -1.5.
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