West Ham vs Brighton and Hove Albion
Tues 2nd Jan 2024 | Kick Off: 19:30 GMT | London Stadium, London
After cruising to victories against top North London teams, West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion play their first 2024’s EPL match. West Ham won 2-0 over Arsenal and Brighton won 4-2 against Tottenham to see both teams have an excellent 2023 ending.
West Ham vs Brighton and Hove Albion Predictions
West Ham Preview & Form
In the Premier League, West Ham United is currently on a three-match winning streak, and they will be looking to get closer to the top four spots with a solid result against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Hammers are currently in sixth place in the league and will be aiming to qualify for European competition this season.
In the Premier League this season, West Ham United have won ten of their 19 matches. The Hammers defense have shown a top-class performance by winning their matches without conceding in their last three Premier League matches, playing teams like Arsenal, Manchester United, and Wolves.
When playing in front of their supporting fans at the London Stadium, they have had excellent form, winning three, playing a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace, and losing 0-1 to Everton in their last five matches.
Brighton and Hove Albion Preview & Form
In 2022/23, Brighton and Hove Albion had an impressive season, finishing sixth in the Premier League with 62 points and qualifying for the Europa League.
Brighton is currently eighth in the standings after an impressive performance against Tottenham Hotspur. The victory over the North London club will provide them with a significant boost in confidence, and they will hope to put together a winning streak.
The Seagulls away performances have been poor, as they lost their last two matches, played a draw to Crystal Palace, and conceded six away goals in their last three away games.
De Zerbi will be without club captain Lewis Dunk after being booked against Tottenham, and key players like Fatu, Veltman, Mitoma, March, and Webster are also off the team selection list.
West Ham vs Brighton and Hove Albion Betting Tips
David Moyes’ side is in excellent form after securing all six points against Arsenal and Manchester United and keeping clean sheets against the two clubs. Both West Ham and Brighton have been excellent when scoring goals, and we believe both teams are going to score a minimum of three goals in this match.
Pick:
- Both Teams to Score
- Over 2.5 Goals
- Home Team Win or Draw
