Match Details
| Detail | Information |
| Competition | Premier League – (England) |
| League & Round | Premier League – Matchday 4 |
| Date & Time | Saturday, 13 September 2025, 17:30 – (BST) |
| Stadium | London Stadium |
Prediction
West Ham 1 – 2 Tottenham
Recent Form
West Ham United enter this pulsating London derby with a blend of promise and frustration after a rollercoaster start to the 2025/26 season, boasting seven points from three games under Graham Potter. They launched with a dominant 3-0 home win over Nottingham Forest on August 17, where Jarrod Bowen and Callum Wilson overwhelmed a depleted opponent, controlling 58% possession. This was followed by a gritty 2-2 draw away at Manchester City on August 24, salvaging a point through late Danny Ings drama despite City’s xG dominance (2.1 to 1.4). Their momentum hit a snag with a 0-3 home thrashing by Arsenal on August 31, exposing defensive frailties against Saka’s pace, conceding three from counters. Averaging 1.7 goals scored but leaking 1.7, West Ham’s home form at the London Stadium is mixed (one win, one loss in two), with Kudus’ creativity key, but injuries to key defenders like Nayef Aguerd have forced reliance on youth. Lopetegui’s possession-based tweaks show flashes, but consistency against top sides like Spurs will demand sharper finishing.
Tottenham Hotspur, meanwhile, have won two of their first three matches, showing a more flexible approach when it comes to their team tactics. They opened with a 4-0 home demolition of Leicester on August 17, Son Heung-min’s hat-trick embodying their fluidity amid 62% possession. A 2-1 away victory at Brentford on August 24 showcased resilience, edging a thriller via James Maddison’s assist despite a late Bees push. The run culminated in a 2-0 home win over Fulham on August 31, with Dejan Kulusevski’s double sealing it cleanly. Averaging 2.7 goals scored and zero conceded, Spurs’ defense has been impenetrable, bolstered by Micky van de Ven, while away form (one win so far) builds on last season’s promise. Postecoglou’s high line risks counters, but with a near-full squad post-break, Tottenham’s transitional threat—led by former Hammers winger, Mohammed Kudus, and former Dutch international, Xavi Simons, could punish West Ham’s backline, positioning them for another statement win in this rivalry.
West Ham Last 5 League Matches
| Teams | Result | Red Cards | Yellow Cards | Corners | Free Kicks | Possession | Assists |
| West Ham Vs Arsenal (h) | 0 – 3 | 0 – 0 | 3 – 2 | 4 – 7 | 12 – 10 | 45% – 55% | 0 – 2 |
| Man City Vs West Ham (a) | 2 – 2 | 0 – 0 | 2 – 3 | 8 – 5 | 11 – 13 | 65% – 35% | 2 – 1 |
| West Ham Vs Nottm Forest (h) | 3 – 0 | 0 – 1 | 1 – 4 | 6 – 3 | 9 – 12 | 58% – 42% | 2 – 0 |
| West Ham Vs Liverpool (h) | 1 – 2 | 1 – 0 | 4 – 2 | 5 – 6 | 10 – 9 | 50% – 50% | 1 – 1 |
| Everton Vs West Ham (a) | 0 – 1 | 0 – 0 | 2 – 3 | 3 – 4 | 13 – 11 | 48% – 52% | 0 – 1 |
West Ham’s last five Premier League matches under Lopetegui paint a picture of a team in transition, blending attacking intent with defensive inconsistencies, resulting in two wins, one draw, and two losses. The most recent 0-3 home capitulation to Arsenal on August 31 was a stark reminder of vulnerabilities, with just 45% possession and four corners as the Gunners exploited counters for two assists, though three yellows showed fight without a red. This contrasted the resilient 2-2 draw at Manchester City on August 24, where 35% possession belied five corners and one assist (Kudus to Ings) for a late equalizer, holding the champions at bay amid minimal cards.
The season’s curtain-raiser was a commanding 3-0 home victory over Nottingham Forest on August 17, dominating 58% possession, six corners, and two assists (Bowen provider) while forcing a Forest red for a clean sheet. From the previous campaign’s close, a 1-2 home defeat to Liverpool featured balanced 50% possession but five corners, marred by a West Ham red and one assist each, while the 1-0 away win at Everton highlighted grit with 52% ball control and four corners, Kudus’ solo effort decisive. Across these fixtures, West Ham averages 1.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded, with 51% possession and moderate set-pieces (average 4.6 corners). Assists (5 total) stem from Bowen’s vision, yellows (12) reflect physicality, but Aguerd’s absence has destabilized the backline. Home games show promise (two wins in last three), but sharpening transitions will be vital against Tottenham’s press.
Tottenham Last 5 League Matches
| Teams | Result | Red Cards | Yellow Cards | Corners | Free Kicks | Possession | Assists |
| Tottenham Vs Fulham (h) | 2 – 0 | 0 – 0 | 2 – 1 | 7 – 4 | 10 – 12 | 60% – 40% | 1 – 0 |
| Brentford Vs Tottenham (a) | 1 – 2 | 0 – 1 | 3 – 2 | 5 – 6 | 11 – 9 | 52% – 48% | 1 – 1 |
| Tottenham Vs Leicester (h) | 4 – 0 | 0 – 0 | 1 – 3 | 8 – 3 | 8 – 13 | 62% – 38% | 3 – 0 |
| Tottenham Vs Man City (h) | 3 – 1 | 0 – 0 | 4 – 2 | 6 – 5 | 9 – 11 | 55% – 45% | 2 – 1 |
| Aston Villa Vs Tottenham (a) | 2 – 2 | 1 – 0 | 3 – 4 | 4 – 7 | 12 – 10 | 48% – 52% | 2 – 2 |
Tottenham’s last five Premier League outings under Postecoglou exemplify an exhilarating, goal-heavy style, with four wins and one draw underscoring their title aspirations. The latest 2-0 home shutout of Fulham on August 31 featured 60% possession, seven corners, and one assist (Maddison to Kulusevski) for a clinical display, no reds and two yellows maintaining composure. This built on a 2-1 away success at Brentford on August 24, edging 48% possession and six corners via one assist each, forcing a Bees red to seal the points amid two yellows.
The opener was a 4-0 home rout of Leicester on August 17, overwhelming with 62% ball control, eight corners, and three assists (Son central) for a blank. From last season’s end, a 3-1 home win over Manchester City boasted 55% possession and six corners, while the 2-2 away draw at Aston Villa balanced 52% possession with seven corners and two assists per side, marred by a Spurs red but resilient. Overall, Tottenham averages 2.6 goals scored and 0.8 conceded, with 55% possession and dominant set-pieces (average 6.4 corners). Assists (9 total) fueled by Maddison and Son, yellows (13) indicate aggression without excess reds. Van de Ven’s return bolsters the high line, and away form (one win, one draw in two) suggests they can handle derbies, though overcommitting risks counters from West Ham.
Team News & Injuries
West Ham Injuries & Suspensions
- Nayef Aguerd – Thigh injury (expected return mid-September 2025)
- Michail Antonio – Knee surgery (expected return October 2025)
- Lucas Paquetá – Suspension (available after ban)
- Aaron Cresswell – Calf strain (expected return late September 2025)
- Edson Álvarez – Ankle knock (doubtful)
Tottenham Injuries & Suspensions
- Micky van de Ven – Hamstring injury (expected return early October 2025)
- James Maddison – Minor ankle (expected return mid-September 2025)
- Yves Bissouma – Suspension served (available)
- Richarlison – Groin issue (doubtful)
- Pedro Porro – International fatigue (available)
Head-to-Head (H2H) Record & Summary
| Teams | Result | Red Cards | Yellow Cards | Corners | Free Kicks | Possession | Assists |
| Tottenham Vs West Ham | 2 – 1 | 0 – 0 | 3 – 2 | 6 – 4 | 10 – 11 | 55% – 45% | 1 – 1 |
| West Ham Vs Tottenham | 1 – 0 | 0 – 1 | 2 – 3 | 5 – 7 | 12 – 9 | 48% – 52% | 1 – 0 |
| Tottenham Vs West Ham | 3 – 2 | 0 – 0 | 4 – 1 | 8 – 3 | 9 – 13 | 60% – 40% | 2 – 1 |
| West Ham Vs Tottenham | 2 – 1 | 1 – 0 | 3 – 4 | 4 – 6 | 11 – 10 | 45% – 55% | 1 – 1 |
| Tottenham Vs West Ham | 4 – 1 | 0 – 0 | 1 – 3 | 7 – 5 | 8 – 12 | 58% – 42% | 3 – 1 |
H2H Detailed Analysis
The last five head-to-head derbies between West Ham and Tottenham have been fiercely contested, with Tottenham holding a 3-1-1 edge, scoring 12 goals to West Ham’s 6 for an average of 3.4 total goals per game, often hinging on individual brilliance and set-pieces. Spurs dominate possession (average 55%) and corners (32 to 21), as in their 4-1 home thrashing on October 2023, where 58% ball control, seven corners, and three assists (Son masterminding) overwhelmed a Hammers side conceding early. The outlier was West Ham’s 1-0 home win on April 2024, leveraging 52% possession, seven corners, and a Bowen assist for a Souček header, aided by a Tottenham red that shifted momentum and xG 1.3-1.1.
Postecoglou’s arrival has intensified Spurs’ attacking verve, echoing the 3-2 thriller with eight corners and two assists tilting toward fluidity over Lopetegui’s pragmatism in the 2-1 away success. Key moments include Paquetá’s controversial goal and Kulusevski’s late winner. Factors like West Ham’s home crowd at the London Stadium (unbeaten in last two vs Spurs there) and Tottenham’s injury concerns (van de Ven out) may balance, but Spurs’ 1.8 average assists in H2H suggest they exploit transitions—expect a repeat of high drama, with Tottenham’s depth securing another narrow victory.
Predicted Lineups
West Ham Predicted Lineup
- Formation: 4-3-3
- Players: Areola (GK); Coufal (RB), Zouma (CB), Kilman (CB), Emerson (LB); Souček (CM), Ward-Prowse (CM), Paquetá (CM); Bowen (RW), Ings (ST), Kudus (LW).
Tottenham Predicted Lineup
- Formation: 4-3-3
- Players: Vicario (GK); Porro (RB), Romero (CB), Dragusin (CB), Udogie (LB); Sarr (CM), Bentancur (CM), Maddison (CM); Kulusevski (RW), Son (ST), Johnson (LW).