Brighton vs West Ham: Prediction, Preview & Betting Tips

Neither side can buy a win at the moment, and with both teams more or less limping towards the end of the season, with essentially nothing to play for, we think a draw is on the cards here between Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham United.

Brighton & Hove Albion are without a win in their last six matches in all competitions, and the Seagulls have failed to keep a clean sheet in four games. Brighton’s injury problems have caused the Seagulls concerns, and it has been reflected in their form, as the home side has up to eight players out injured.

As for West Ham United, they are also winless in their previous six matches, and the Hammers have also failed to keep a clean sheet in that run of games. Graham Potter has managed only two league victories since he arrived at the club in January.

Both teams have scored in seven of the last nine matches involving the Seagulls and in four of the previous five matches involving West Ham United. With neither side particularly in great form, we think a 1-1 draw could be on offer at the weekend.

Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 West Ham United.

Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham United meet at the weekend, with both sides looking to finish the season strongly despite their recent form.

Date: 26/04/2025
Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton
Kick-Off: 3 pm

Brighton & Hove Albion’s European hopes and aspirations are hanging by a thread, following their recent form, which has seen them go six games without a victory. The Seagulls now find themselves nine points behind Aston Villa in the race for European places, with their cup run also ending at the hands of Nottingham Forest in the quarter-finals. The home side was at one point within the top six places, but recent form and injuries to key players across the squad have left the home side fatigued and lacking any energy towards the latter stages of the season.

The Seagulls are in 10th place in the Premier League after 33 matches played, having won 12, drawn 12 and lost nine. The home side has scored 53 and conceded the exact amount, amassing 48 points this season.

West Ham United’s season has been one of disappointment, with the Hammers currently in 17th place in the Premier League, even after a managerial change that had seen Graham Potter replace Julen Lopetegui. Graham Potter’s win record at West Ham United has been less than impressive, with the former Chelsea manager only averaging 0.93 points per game during his spell in charge of the Hammers.

West Ham United won’t be drawn into a relegation battle, with a remarkable set of results required in order for the visitors to be dragged to the final day. West Ham United are 15 points clear of Ipswich Town, and with a far greater goal difference than the Tractor Boys.

The game will not be available to watch because of the 3 pm Blackout.

Brighton Team News

Brighton & Hove Albion have an injury list of eight, with Igor Julio, James Milner, Jan Paul van Hecke and Ferdi Kadioglu among the notable names missing for the Seagulls. João Pedro is unavailable due to suspension.

West Ham Team News

Crysencio Summerville remains unavailable. Niklas Fullkrug continues to play his way into the favour of Graham Potter and could be set to start next weekend.

Brighton:

Brighton & Hove Albion are without a win in their previous six matches in all competitions, following their disappointing 4-2 defeat to Brentford in which Joao Pedro was dismissed. Brighton have lost three of their previous four league games, with defeats against Brentford (4-2), Crystal Palace (2-1) and Aston Villa (3-0).

The Seagulls are also winless in their previous three home games in all competitions, with their last victory at the American Express Stadium being a 2-1 victory against Fulham in early March.

West Ham United:

West Ham United are on a terrible run of form, with the Hammers failing to win in their previous six matches. West Ham United have lost three matches against Liverpool (2-1), Wolves (1-0), and Newcastle United (0-1), while also drawing three against Southampton (1-1), AFC Bournemouth (2-2), and Everton (1-1).

Away from home, the visitors have only won 25% of their away games, losing seven matches and drawing five, only picking up 17 points from 16 games away from home.

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