Key points
Four important facts that will determine the result of the game are:
1. Brentford is favored to win based on recent success in this fixture.
2. West Ham has been struggling in recent Premier League matches with a goal difference of -11.
3. Brentford's defensive vulnerabilities need addressing despite their attacking prowess.
4. Historically, West Ham has won more games against Brentford in their head-to-head matchups.
Recent form
West Ham
Recently, West Ham has been struggling in the Premier League, with 4 losses, 2 draws, and only 2 wins in their last 8 games. The team has been inconsistent in scoring, with a heavy 6-0 loss to Arsenal being a low point. Defensively, they have conceded 16 goals and only scored 6 in these games, showing a significant weakness in their backline.
In the Premier League specifically, West Ham's form is slightly better, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last 9 matches. They started strong with wins over Arsenal and Manchester United but then faced heavy defeats against the likes of Fulham and Arsenal, which raised concerns about their defensive capabilities. Despite their recent struggles, they have shown the ability to secure crucial wins when in form, but consistency remains a key issue for the team.
Brentford
Looking at Brentford's recent form, they have faced tough challenges against top teams like Manchester City and Liverpool, resulting in some heavy defeats. Their defense has been leaking goals, conceding 21 goals in the last 10 Premier League games. Despite this, they have shown some fighting spirit with wins against Wolves and Nottingham Forest. Their attack has been fairly productive, scoring 15 goals in those 10 games, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net.
Brentford's recent Premier League performances have been inconsistent, with wins against Wolves and Nottingham Forest interrupted by losses to top sides like Manchester City and Liverpool. They have struggled defensively, conceding an average of 2 goals per game, while only managing to score an average of 1.5 goals per game. With just 7 points gained from the last 10 matches, they will need to shore up their defense if they are to climb the league standings.
Recent home/away form
In the recent home games for West Ham in the Premier League, they've had a mixed bag of results with two wins, three draws, and one loss. The Hammers have scored a total of 7 goals but have conceded 8, resulting in a goal difference of -1. With an average of just over 1 goal per game, their standout performances were impressive victories over Manchester United (2-0) and Wolves (3-0), but their heavy defeat to Arsenal (0-6) highlights defensive vulnerabilities that need addressing. Overall, West Ham have secured 9 points out of a possible 18 in these fixtures, showing room for improvement in consistency.
W2 D3 L1
Goals scored: 7 (1.17 per game)
Goals conceded: 8 (1.33 per game)
Goal difference: -1
Points won: 9/18 (1.5 per game)
Both teams scored: 2 (33%)
In their recent away games in the Premier League, Brentford had a tough run with 1 win and 5 losses, scoring a total of 7 goals while conceding 11, resulting in a goal difference of -4. The team struggled defensively, conceding an average of over 2 goals per game. Despite the challenges faced, they managed to secure important points with a notable victory against Wolves. Brentford will be looking to strengthen their defense to improve their away form in the upcoming matches.
W1 D0 L5
Goals scored: 7 (1.17 per game)
Goals conceded: 11 (1.83 per game)
Goal difference: -4
Points won: 3/18 (0.5 per game)
Both teams scored: 3 (50%)
Head-to-head
The head-to-head statistics between West Ham United and Brentford show the following summary based on the provided information:
* Games played total since their earliest recorded meeting in competition: 29 games
* West Ham United wins: 23
* Brentford wins: 20
* Draws: 11
Recently highlighted individual game outcomes include:
* November 26, 2023 (Premier League): West Ham United defeated Brentford with a result of 2-0.
* January 7, 2023 (FA Cup): Brentford beat West Ham United by a score of 0-1.
* October 4, 2023 (Premier League): Brentford won against West Ham United with an outcome of 2-0.
Please note that these statistics are current as of the search date, February 26, 2024, which was specified in the question prompt, so any future meetings after that date would not be included here.