This Saturday afternoon, West Ham United will host Bournemouth in what promises to be an exciting clash full of attacking intent and plenty of goals. Based on our expert research, the key stat that stands out is Bournemouth’s recent away form, where 10 consecutive away matches have ended with over 2.5 goals. This suggests that we could be in for another high-scoring affair so we’re tipping over 2.5 goals in the match at 1.80.
West Ham’s Stats
West Ham have scored 33 goals in 30 matches this season, averaging 1.1 goals per game. However, they’ve been leaky at the back, conceding 28 goals in 15 home games (1.86 goals per game). They’ve kept just two clean sheets at home, and their expected goals (xG) conceded is 1.69 goals per game. With these defensive vulnerabilities, it’s not surprising that 60% of their home games have seen over 2.5 goals this season.
Bournemouth’s High-Scoring Away Form
Bournemouth have been one of the more entertaining sides in the Premier League this season, scoring 49 goals in 30 games (1.63 goals per game). On the road, they’ve averaged 2 goals per game, while conceding 1.6 goals per game. This has led to 80% of their away games featuring over 2.5 goals.
Bournemouth have shown their attacking power with Justin Kluivert, who has 12 goal contributions in his last 12 games, including a hattrick at St James Park. However, they’ve also been prone to conceding, having let in two goals in each of their last four matches, which has contributed to a run of five consecutive games with over 2.5 goals. This makes Bournemouth a good shout to be involved in another high-scoring game.
Bournemouth are currently in 10th position and are still pushing for a European spot next season, while West Ham sit in 16th place, 14 points clear of the relegation zone, but are not safe with Ipswich Town on just 20 points. This game should be an entertaining one for the neutral and expect to see a large number of goals!
