2024-12-03: Betting Tip Leicester City vs. West Ham United (10295651)
Leicester City FC - West Ham United betting tip & best odds | 03.12.2024
Leicester City and West Ham United are set to clash in a crucial Premier League encounter at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. The match, scheduled for 21:15, marks the 14th matchday of the season and promises to be an intriguing battle between two sides struggling to find their footing in the league. With Leicester City languishing in 16th place and West Ham United not far ahead in 14th, both teams will be desperate for a positive result to climb up the table.
Our Betting Tips for Leicester City vs West Ham United
After careful analysis of both teams' recent performances and historical data, our primary betting tip for this match is an away win for West Ham United. The Hammers have shown better form recently, securing two wins in their last five matches compared to Leicester's winless run. West Ham's away record (2 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses) is also more impressive than Leicester's home record (1 win, 2 draws, 3 losses).
Our second sports betting tip is that both teams will score. Despite their defensive struggles, both sides have shown the ability to find the back of the net consistently. Leicester City has scored 15 goals this season, while West Ham has netted the same number. Considering the defensive vulnerabilities of both teams, we expect an open game with goals at both ends.
Best Betting Odds for Leicester City vs West Ham United
For those looking to place football bets today, the best odds for this match are as follows:
- Home win (Leicester City): 2.79 at 1Win
- Draw: 3.67 at 1Win
- Away win (West Ham United): 2.53 at 1Win
For the "Both Teams to Score" market, William Hill offers 1.62 for "Yes," while Paripesa provides 2.30 for "No."
These odds reflect our betting predictions, with West Ham United slightly favored to win. Based on our experience with bookmakers, these odds offer good value for today's football prediction.
Leicester City: Struggling to Find Form
Leicester City's performance this season has been far from impressive. With only 10 points from 12 games, the Foxes find themselves in a precarious 16th position. Their record of 2 wins, 4 draws, and 6 defeats highlights their inconsistency. The team's goal difference of 15:23 further underlines their defensive frailties.
Their home form has been particularly concerning, with just one win in six matches at the King Power Stadium. Their last outing, a 2-1 home loss to Chelsea, epitomizes their struggles. Manager Ben Dawson faces an uphill task to turn things around and lift the team's morale.
West Ham United: Signs of Improvement
While West Ham United's season hasn't been stellar, they show signs of improvement under Julen Lopetegui Agote. The Hammers sit 14th in the table with 15 points, having won 4, drawn 3, and lost 5 of their matches. Their goal tally of 15:19 suggests a more balanced team compared to Leicester.
West Ham's away form has been decent, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses on the road. Their recent 2-0 away victory against Newcastle United demonstrates their ability to perform away from home. This result will undoubtedly boost their confidence heading into the Leicester clash.
Head-to-Head: Recent Encounters
Looking at the last five meetings between these teams across all competitions, Leicester City holds a slight edge with 2 wins to West Ham's 2, and 1 draw. However, recent form suggests this historical advantage may not be significant in the upcoming match.
The last direct meeting saw Leicester secure a 2-1 home win, which was also their most recent Premier League encounter. While this might give the Foxes some psychological advantage, their current form indicates they may struggle to replicate that result.
Match Outcome Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams, West Ham United appears to have the upper hand going into this fixture. Their recent away win against Newcastle, coupled with Leicester's poor home record, makes the Hammers favorites for this encounter.
Leicester City's struggle for consistency and their defensive issues are major concerns. Unless Ben Dawson can inspire a dramatic turnaround, the Foxes may find it challenging to overcome a West Ham side that seems to be finding its rhythm under Julen Lopetegui Agote.
However, given both teams' ability to score and their defensive vulnerabilities, we expect an entertaining match with goals at both ends. While West Ham are favorites, Leicester's desperation for points could make this a closely contested affair.
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Performance
Leicester City performance of the last 4 home matches
West Ham United performance of the last 6 away matches
Current Standing
POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
|
Liverpool FC
|
31 | 12 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 8 | 16 |
2
|
Manchester City
|
23 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 22 | 17 | 5 |
3
|
FC Chelsea
|
22 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 23 | 14 | 9 |
4
|
Arsenal FC
|
22 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 21 | 12 | 9 |
5
|
Brighton & Hove Albion
|
22 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 21 | 16 | 5 |
6
|
Tottenham Hotspur
|
19 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 27 | 13 | 14 |
7
|
Nottingham Forest FC
|
19 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 2 |
8
|
Aston Villa
|
19 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
9
|
Fulham FC
|
18 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
10
|
Newcastle United
|
18 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
11
|
Brentford FC
|
17 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
12
|
Manchester United
|
16 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
13
|
AFC Bournemouth
|
15 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 16 | 17 | -1 |
14
|
West Ham United
|
15 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 19 | -4 |
15
|
Everton FC
|
11 | 12 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 17 | -7 |
16
|
Leicester City FC
|
10 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 15 | 23 | -8 |
17
|
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
|
9 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 20 | 28 | -8 |
18
|
Ipswich Town
|
9 | 12 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 13 | 23 | -10 |
19
|
Crystal Palace
|
8 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 17 | -7 |
20
|
Southampton FC
|
4 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 24 | -15 |
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