West Ham United vs Everton
There’s a growing sense of urgency for both West Ham United and Everton as we’re less than 10 matches left in the 2021/22 Premier League season for two different reasons.
For West Ham United, they might feel that time is running out for them to secure their first-ever Champions League berth in their 127-year history. The Hammers are currently at seventh with 48 points and fourth-seeded Arsenal, fifth-seeded Tottenham, and sixth-seeded Manchester United all have games in hand.
Everton have a similar feeling since they have one foot near the drop zone as they’re at 17th with 25 points and a loss here won’t allay their fears at all.
Despite their inconsistent form recently, the Hammers are favoured by the SBOTOP pre-match betting odds to win in this matchup, although Everton are coming off of a win in their last league game.
Talking Points
West Ham United to maximise easier part of their schedule
Well, the Hammers have somehow reached the light at the end of the tunnel as they’ve just went through one of the toughest stretch of games this term.
After three straight losses to Southampton, Liverpool, and Sevilla, West Ham United got back on track with victories over Aston Villa and Sevilla in the second leg, but suffered their latest setback against Tottenham before the international break.
West Ham United needs great Premier League 2022 results in order to keep their Champions League dream alive and the good news is that their schedule will be easier from here on out as five of their eight remaining opponents are from the bottom half of the table.
If there’s one thing Everton can take advantage of for this match, it is West Ham United’s defence as their last league clean sheet dates back to February 27th. However, they can make up for it with their strong midfield and attack.
As always, Jarrod Bowen, Michail Antonio, Manuel Lanzini, and Said Benrahma will lead the way up front, while Tomas Soucek and Declan Rice will play a huge role in the midfield – anchoring and providing cover for their back three of Craig Dawson, Kurt Zouma, and Aaron Cresswell while acting as another creative outlet for the squad.
Everton have big problems on and off the pitch
It’s understandably tough to be an Everton fan these days. Not only are the Toffees in a relegation dog fight, but they’re also in a financial quagmire.
Everton may have ended their losing skid after winning 1-0 courtesy of Alex Iwobi’s goal, but that doesn’t hide the fact that Frank Lampard and co. are still in a mess right now.
Neither Andros Townsend, Demarai Gray, and Richarlison have yet to score a goal since January 15th, and it’s a bad sign for the Toffees since they are their leading scorers with seven, six, and five respectively.
As far as their finances are concerned, reports indicate that the Toffees have made a staggering £373-M loss in these past three seasons – more than any other Premier League side – which is sad since it hasn’t led them to wins.
History
West Ham United got a 1-0 win over Everton during their reverse fixture last October thanks to Angelo Ogbonna’s header at the 74th-minute.
Should they win this Sunday, the Hammers will notch their first league double over the Toffees since the 1972/73 season, and it’ll be their first three-game winning streak at home in over a year.
Historically, Everton have won more league away games against west Ham United than any other side (W12) and they’ve lost just one of their last 13 (W8, D4). However, they’ve only won one road game so far this season.
Meanwhile, West Ham United have been formidable at home this 2022 as they’ve only lost once at the London Stadium so far.
Betting Tip
West Ham United should have no problems in dispatching Everton on Sunday, as per the updated Premier League 2022 odds. The Hammers are priced to win at 1.80, while the Toffees are pegged at 4.30 and chances for a draw are at 3.55 in the 1X2 market.
Their previous meeting yielded a 1-0 victory for West Ham, but this time we feel that the Hammers are going to add at least one more goal and we wouldn’t rule out a goal for Everton either – making Total Goal 2-3 @ 1.90 a likely alternative betting option.
Yes, a win is a must for both West Ham United and Everton. But unfortunately, only one of them can get it this Sunday and the Hammers are likely to get all three points.
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Disclaimer: Odds are correct at time of publish.
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