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West Ham 0-1 Brentford – Result & Analysis

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Premier League · Regular Season - 25

Kick-off

Sat 15 Feb 2025

15:00

Venue

London Stadium

Competition

Premier League

England

Status

FT
💬 Comment 📝 Notes
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Poisson rates Brentford at 48% — the H2H record provides partial corroboration, though signals are mixed in this West Ham vs Brentford encounter.

✍️ Match Preview

Analysis & Preview

A Premier League encounter, Regular Season - 25 sees Brentford travel to London Stadium to take on West Ham. The game is scheduled for Saturday 15 February 2025, 15:00 UTC.

Form Analysis

Looking at all fixtures this season, West Ham stand at 3W 3D 4L from 10 Premier League matches — 1.20 PPG. Last five: L W L D L. They are averaging 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.90 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. This season is still relatively young for West Ham, so this record blends games from this season and last.

At home at London Stadium, West Ham have gone 4W 2D 4L this season (10 games, 1.40 PPG). At home they are averaging 1.40 goals scored and 2.10 conceded per game. BTTS has landed in 60% of their home matches — a rate that supports the Yes angle in this fixture.

Across all Premier League games this season, Brentford have recorded 3W 2D 5L from 10 outings — 1.10 PPG. Last five: W D L W L. They are scoring at 1.50 per game and conceding 1.60. 2 clean sheets from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. This season is still relatively young for Brentford, so this record blends games from this season and last.

Brentford away from home this season: 2W 2D 6L from 10 away games — 0.80 PPG on the road. Away from home they average 1.30 goals scored and 1.50 conceded per game. Both teams have scored in 70% of their away matches — a high BTTS rate on the road that directly informs this fixture.

The form figures are too closely matched to derive a directional pick: West Ham 1.20 PPG, Brentford 1.10 PPG. Look to other data sets to build the analysis.

The BTTS market is worth targeting here. West Ham register both teams scoring in 60% of relevant matches, Brentford in 70% (using home/away splits) — both sides above the 60% threshold gives BTTS Yes firm statistical grounding.

H2H

The previous 7 encounters between these sides heavily favour Brentford, who boast 5 victories compared to 1 for West Ham.

The 7 previous encounters between these sides have been high-scoring affairs — 3.1 goals per contest on average. Historical precedent backs the Over 2.5 goals market. The most recent clash, on 28 Sep 2024, ended 1–1 with a draw.

The H2H provides genuine backing for the away side. Brentford have won 5 of 7 previous encounters, and at 3.1 goals per game, the goals market also points upward. The away win and Over 2.5 combination has a historical case worth noting.

In-Play Data

West Ham trading profile (62 games, 30 at home): BTTS occurs in 63% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 60% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 45%.

Brentford trading profile (62 games, 30 at away): BTTS occurs in 60% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 67% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 44%.

From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — West Ham 68% and Brentford 68% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. Over 2.5 goals is well-supported by both sides' in-play profiles (West Ham 64% | Brentford 68%).

Poisson Model

The Poisson distribution model projects West Ham 1.34 xG and Brentford 1.83 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: West Ham attack 0.948 / defence 1.251 | Brentford attack 0.950 / defence 0.935. League average goals — home 1.510 / away 1.537. Data: 62 West Ham games / 62 Brentford games used (CurrentSeason).

Result probabilities: West Ham 27% | Draw 25% | Brentford 48%. Fair-value odds: West Ham 3.70 | Draw 4.00 | Brentford 2.08. Brentford hold a narrow Poisson edge at 48% — the draw (25%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.

Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 61% | BTTS probability 63% | Total xG 3.16. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 61% — the 3.16 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 63% reflects that both xG figures (1.34 / 1.83) are above the threshold where scoring blanks become the primary outcome — both sides are projected to find the net.

Our Verdict

Poisson rates Brentford as the most likely outcome at 48% — moderate model lean. With a 25% draw probability, Draw No Bet on Brentford offers a more defensible entry point than the straight win.

On the goals line, Poisson's 3.16 combined xG gives a 61% probability to Over 2.5 — strong, supported by form averaging 3.1 goals per game and H2H averaging 3.1 goals per meeting.

Poisson assigns a 63% probability to BTTS Yes based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates corroborate: West Ham 60% | Brentford 70% BTTS from recent games.

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💡 Key Insights

H2H Brentford have been the dominant side historically, winning 5 of 7 meetings.
H2H H2H history and Poisson model both point to Brentford — H2H win rate 71% vs Poisson 48%.
Goals H2H (3.14 goals/game) and Poisson xG (3.16) both back Over 2.5 goals (61% Poisson probability).
Form Brentford Poisson xG (1.83) exceeds their form scoring rate (1.30) — matchup dynamics are elevating the model's expectation.
BTTS BTTS Yes is supported by both form (West Ham 6/10, Brentford 7/10) and Poisson model (63%).
Goals Poisson Over 2.5 probability is 61% — the model favours goals in this fixture.
BTTS Poisson BTTS probability is 63% — model favours both teams scoring.

🏟️ Match Context

• Fixture: West Ham vs Brentford | Competition: Premier League, Regular Season - 25 | Venue: London Stadium • Kick-off: Saturday 15 Feb 2025, 15:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing

📊 Statistical Prediction

• Poisson result probabilities: West Ham 27% | Draw 25% | Brentford 48% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 61% | BTTS 63% | xG West Ham 1.34 / Brentford 1.83 • Poisson strength factors: West Ham attack 0.948 / def 1.251 | Brentford attack 0.950 / def 0.935 | league avg home 1.510 / away 1.537 • Poisson stance: Brentford (48%) — moderate lean

🧮 Prediction Model

1.34

West Ham xG

Expected Goals

1.83

Brentford xG

27%
25%
48%
West Ham Draw Brentford

63%

BTTS

83%

Over 1.5

61%

Over 2.5

39%

Over 3.5

Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓

⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What time does West Ham vs Brentford kick off?

West Ham vs Brentford kicked off at 15:00 on Saturday 15 February 2025 at London Stadium.

What was the final score in West Ham vs Brentford?

West Ham 0 - 1 Brentford.

Where is West Ham vs Brentford being played?

The match is being played at London Stadium.

What competition is West Ham vs Brentford part of?

West Ham vs Brentford is a Regular Season - 25 fixture in the Premier League (England).

Who is favourite to win West Ham vs Brentford?

Our statistical model gives West Ham a 27% chance of winning, Brentford a 48% chance, and a 25% chance of a draw — making Brentford the favourite.

Will both teams score in West Ham vs Brentford?

Our model estimates a 63% probability that both West Ham and Brentford will score (BTTS).

Will West Ham vs Brentford have over 2.5 goals?

Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 61%.

What is the head-to-head record between West Ham and Brentford?

Record (7 meetings): West Ham 1W | Draws 1 | Brentford 5W.

What form are West Ham and Brentford in?

West Ham (all comps): 3W-3D-4L in 10 | 1.20 PPG | GF 1.10 / GA 1.90 | L5 L-W-L-D-L. Brentford (all comps): 3W-2D-5L in 10 | 1.10 PPG | GF 1.50 / GA 1.60 | L5 W-D-L-W-L.

🧮 Model Insight

How the Model Works This Match

West Ham's attacking strength (0.95x league average) is weighed against Brentford's defensive record (0.94x) to produce a home expected-goals figure of 1.34. The same calculation in reverse, Brentford's attack versus West Ham's defence, projects 1.83 expected goals for the visitors.

These ratings are built from 62/62 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.

Most Likely Scorelines

The model's single most probable exact score is 1-1, at 11.7%. Close behind: 1-2 (9.4%), 0-2 (7.0%). Together the top three scorelines make up 28% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.

Most Likely Outcome

Brentford Win

27%

West Ham

3.68

25%

Draw

4.01

48%

Brentford

2.09

Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines

1 – 1

10.3%

Draw

Most likely

1 – 2

9.4%

Away win

0 – 1

7.7%

Away win

Expected Goals & Win Odds

1.34

West Ham xG

Total xG

3.16

1.83

Brentford xG

27%
25%
48%
West HamDrawBrentford

3.68

27%

Home win

4.01

25%

Draw

2.09

48%

Away win

Goals Markets

82%

Over 1.5

1.22

18%

Under 1.5

5.56

61%

Over 2.5

1.64

39%

Under 2.5

2.56

39%

Over 3.5

2.56

61%

Under 3.5

1.64

21%

Over 4.5

4.76

79%

Under 4.5

1.27

Match Markets

Both Teams to Score

63%

BTTS Yes

1.59

37%

BTTS No

2.70

Clean Sheet

16%

West Ham

6.21

26%

Brentford

3.81

Win to Nil

4%

West Ham

22.86

13%

Brentford

7.95

Score Probability Matrix (%)

H \ A 0 1 2 3 4 5
0 4.2 7.7 7.0 4.3 2.0 0.7
1 5.7 10.3 9.4 5.7 2.6 1.0
2 3.8 6.9 6.3 3.8 1.8 0.6
3 1.7 3.1 2.8 1.7 0.8 0.3
4 0.6 1.0 0.9 0.6 0.3 0.1
5 0.2 0.3 0.3 0.2 0.1

Green = home win Β· Grey = draw Β· Amber = away win Β· Outlined cell = most likely score

Model Internals
λ Home (xG) 1.338
λ Away (xG) 1.826
Total xG 3.164
League avg home goals 1.510
League avg away goals 1.537
West Ham attack strength 0.948
West Ham defence strength 1.251
Brentford attack strength 0.950
Brentford defence strength 0.935
Data phase CurrentSeason
Games used (H/A) 62 / 62

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most likely scoreline for West Ham vs Brentford?

Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 11.7%.

How many goals are West Ham and Brentford expected to score?

The model projects 1.34 expected goals for West Ham and 1.83 for Brentford, a combined total of 3.16.

How confident is the prediction model for West Ham vs Brentford?

Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 48%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.

📈 Form Insight

Form at a Glance

Across their last 62 outings, West Ham have picked up 1.27 PPG on a 21W 16D 25L record — L-W-L-D-L across the most recent five. The sample for West Ham is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.

Brentford's form line: 19W 13D 30L from 62 games, 1.13 PPG, last five W-D-L-W-L. The sample for Brentford is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.

Form-wise this is close to level: West Ham on 1.27 PPG, Brentford on 1.13. Other factors will likely decide this one more than recent results.

Venue Form

On home soil, West Ham have posted 1.33 PPG from 30 outings (10W 10D 10L).

On the road, Brentford have gone 7W 4D 19L from 30 away games — 0.83 PPG when travelling.

Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, West Ham come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.

Goals in Recent Form

West Ham are averaging 1.44 goals scored and 1.94 conceded per game recently; Brentford are on 1.58 scored and 1.73 conceded.

On BTTS specifically: West Ham have seen both teams score in 68% of their recent games; Brentford in 68%.

Last 62 Results — Premier League

Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)

West Ham

West Ham

Blended
L W L D L
Brentford

Brentford

Blended
W D L W L
62 Played 62
21/16/25 W / D / L 19/13/30
1.27 Points Per Game 1.13
1.44 Avg Goals Scored 1.58
1.94 Avg Goals Conceded 1.73
3.37 Avg Goals / Game 3.31
9 Clean Sheets 10
42 BTTS 42
40 Over 2.5 Games 42
West Ham

West Ham

L
A Chelsea
1–2
03 Feb
D
A Aston Villa
1–1
26 Jan
L
H Crystal Palace
0–2
18 Jan
W
H Fulham
3–2
14 Jan
L
A Manchester City
1–4
04 Jan
L
H Liverpool
0–5
29 Dec
W
A Southampton
1–0
26 Dec
D
H Brighton
1–1
21 Dec
D
A Bournemouth
1–1
16 Dec
W
H Wolves
2–1
09 Dec
L
A Leicester
1–3
03 Dec
L
H Arsenal
2–5
30 Nov
W
A Newcastle
2–0
25 Nov
D
H Everton
0–0
09 Nov
L
A Nottingham Forest
0–3
02 Nov
W
H Manchester United
2–1
27 Oct
L
A Tottenham
1–4
19 Oct
W
H Ipswich
4–1
05 Oct
D
A Brentford
1–1
28 Sep
L
H Chelsea
0–3
21 Sep
D
A Fulham
1–1
14 Sep
L
H Manchester City
1–3
31 Aug
W
A Crystal Palace
2–0
24 Aug
L
H Aston Villa
1–2
17 Aug
L
A Manchester City
1–3
19 May
W
H Luton
3–1
11 May
L
A Chelsea
0–5
05 May
D
H Liverpool
2–2
27 Apr
L
A Crystal Palace
2–5
21 Apr
L
H Fulham
0–2
14 Apr
W
A Wolves
2–1
06 Apr
D
H Tottenham
1–1
02 Apr
L
A Newcastle
3–4
30 Mar
D
H Aston Villa
1–1
17 Mar
D
H Burnley
2–2
10 Mar
W
A Everton
3–1
02 Mar
W
H Brentford
4–2
26 Feb
L
A Nottingham Forest
0–2
17 Feb
L
H Arsenal
0–6
11 Feb
L
A Manchester United
0–3
04 Feb
D
H Bournemouth
1–1
01 Feb
D
A Sheffield Utd
2–2
21 Jan
D
H Brighton
0–0
02 Jan
W
A Arsenal
2–0
28 Dec
W
H Manchester United
2–0
23 Dec
W
H Wolves
3–0
17 Dec
L
A Fulham
0–5
10 Dec
W
A Tottenham
2–1
07 Dec
D
H Crystal Palace
1–1
03 Dec
W
A Burnley
2–1
25 Nov
W
H Nottingham Forest
3–2
12 Nov
L
A Brentford
2–3
04 Nov
L
H Everton
0–1
29 Oct
L
A Aston Villa
1–4
22 Oct
D
H Newcastle
2–2
08 Oct
W
H Sheffield Utd
2–0
30 Sep
L
A Liverpool
1–3
24 Sep
L
H Manchester City
1–3
16 Sep
W
A Luton
2–1
01 Sep
W
A Brighton
3–1
26 Aug
W
H Chelsea
3–1
20 Aug
D
A Bournemouth
1–1
12 Aug
Brentford

Brentford

L
H Tottenham
0–2
02 Feb
W
A Crystal Palace
2–1
26 Jan
L
H Liverpool
0–2
18 Jan
D
H Manchester City
2–2
14 Jan
W
A Southampton
5–0
04 Jan
L
H Arsenal
1–3
01 Jan
D
A Brighton
0–0
27 Dec
L
H Nottingham Forest
0–2
21 Dec
L
A Chelsea
1–2
15 Dec
W
H Newcastle
4–2
07 Dec
L
A Aston Villa
1–3
04 Dec
W
H Leicester
4–1
30 Nov
D
A Everton
0–0
23 Nov
W
H Bournemouth
3–2
09 Nov
L
A Fulham
1–2
04 Nov
W
H Ipswich
4–3
26 Oct
L
A Manchester United
1–2
19 Oct
W
H Wolves
5–3
05 Oct
D
H West Ham
1–1
28 Sep
L
A Tottenham
1–3
21 Sep
L
A Manchester City
1–2
14 Sep
W
H Southampton
3–1
31 Aug
L
A Liverpool
0–2
25 Aug
W
H Crystal Palace
2–1
18 Aug
L
H Newcastle
2–4
19 May
W
A Bournemouth
2–1
11 May
D
H Fulham
0–0
04 May
L
A Everton
0–1
27 Apr
W
A Luton
5–1
20 Apr
W
H Sheffield Utd
2–0
13 Apr
D
A Aston Villa
3–3
06 Apr
D
H Brighton
0–0
03 Apr
D
H Manchester United
1–1
30 Mar
L
A Burnley
1–2
16 Mar
L
A Arsenal
1–2
09 Mar
D
H Chelsea
2–2
02 Mar
L
A West Ham
2–4
26 Feb
L
A Manchester City
0–1
20 Feb
L
H Liverpool
1–4
17 Feb
W
A Wolves
2–0
10 Feb
L
H Manchester City
1–3
05 Feb
L
A Tottenham
2–3
31 Jan
W
H Nottingham Forest
3–2
20 Jan
L
A Crystal Palace
1–3
30 Dec
L
H Wolves
1–4
27 Dec
L
H Aston Villa
1–2
17 Dec
L
A Sheffield Utd
0–1
09 Dec
L
A Brighton
1–2
06 Dec
W
H Luton
3–1
02 Dec
L
H Arsenal
0–1
25 Nov
L
A Liverpool
0–3
12 Nov
W
H West Ham
3–2
04 Nov
W
A Chelsea
2–0
28 Oct
W
H Burnley
3–0
21 Oct
L
A Manchester United
1–2
07 Oct
D
A Nottingham Forest
1–1
01 Oct
L
H Everton
1–3
23 Sep
L
A Newcastle
0–1
16 Sep
D
H Bournemouth
2–2
02 Sep
D
H Crystal Palace
1–1
26 Aug
W
A Fulham
3–0
19 Aug
D
H Tottenham
2–2
13 Aug

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What form are West Ham and Brentford in coming into this match?

West Ham have gone 21W 16D 25L in their last 62 games (1.27 PPG), while Brentford have gone 19W 13D 30L in their last 62 (1.13 PPG).

Which team has the better venue record — West Ham at home or Brentford away?

West Ham's home record (1.33 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — West Ham at home: 1.33 PPG; Brentford away: 0.83 PPG.

⚔️ Rivalry Insight

Fixture History

10 meetings separate these sides on the data we hold, the series stretching back to October 2021. Every recorded meeting has come in Premier League. They last met on 2 May 2026, roughly 4 months ago.

Streaks & Records

Brentford have won the last 3 meetings between these two, a run that gives them the psychological edge coming in.

The biggest gap between the sides came on 2 May 2026, when Brentford won 3-0 — the largest margin of victory on record between these two.

West Ham's record when hosting Brentford specifically: 1W 0D 4L from 5 games — a narrower, venue-specific slice of the head-to-head picture.

Last 10 Meetings

West Ham

1

West Ham

1

Draws

Brentford

8

Brentford

Recent Meetings

Brentford
3–0
02 May 26
West Ham
West Ham
0–2
20 Oct 25
Brentford
West Ham
0–1
15 Feb 25
Brentford
Brentford
1–1
28 Sep 24
West Ham
West Ham
4–2
26 Feb 24
Brentford
Brentford
3–2
04 Nov 23
West Ham
Brentford
2–0
14 May 23
West Ham
West Ham
0–2
30 Dec 22
Brentford
Brentford
2–0
10 Apr 22
West Ham
West Ham
1–2
03 Oct 21
Brentford

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the head-to-head record between West Ham and Brentford?

From 10 meetings on record, West Ham have won 1, Brentford have won 8, and 1 have been drawn.

When did West Ham and Brentford last play each other?

They last met on 2 May 2026, when Brentford 3-0 West Ham.

Who has won more matches between West Ham and Brentford?

Brentford have the better head-to-head record, with 8 wins from 10 meetings.

📈 Trading Insight

Full-Time Trends

BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — West Ham 63%, Brentford 60% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.

Goals have flowed in these teams' recent matches — Over 2.5 has landed at 60% for West Ham and 67% for Brentford. Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 43% and 27% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.

On the defensive side: West Ham have failed to score in 27% of games; Brentford in 27%.

📈

Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue  |  Venue = West Ham home games / Brentford away games. HT metrics require half-time score data β€” shown as β€” where unavailable.

West Ham West Ham Blended
Metric All
(62 games)
Venue
(30 games)
Half-Time Metrics
1+ Goal Before HT β€” β€”
2+ Goals Before HT β€” β€”
0-0 HT → 1+ Goal 2nd Half β€” β€”
0-0 HT → 2+ Goals 2nd Half β€” β€”
Winning at HT β€” β€”
Lost Lead (Win HT → No Win FT) β€” β€”
Came From Behind (Lose HT → Draw/Win FT) β€” β€”
Full-Time Metrics
BTTS 42/62
(67.7%)
19/30
(63.3%)
Over 2.5 Goals 40/62
(64.5%)
18/30
(60%)
Over 3.5 Goals 28/62
(45.2%)
13/30
(43.3%)
Clean Sheet 9/62
(14.5%)
5/30
(16.7%)
Failed to Score 13/62
(21%)
8/30
(26.7%)
Brentford Brentford Blended
Metric All
(62 games)
Venue
(30 games)
Half-Time Metrics
1+ Goal Before HT β€” β€”
2+ Goals Before HT β€” β€”
0-0 HT → 1+ Goal 2nd Half β€” β€”
0-0 HT → 2+ Goals 2nd Half β€” β€”
Winning at HT β€” β€”
Lost Lead (Win HT → No Win FT) β€” β€”
Came From Behind (Lose HT → Draw/Win FT) β€” β€”
Full-Time Metrics
BTTS 42/62
(67.7%)
18/30
(60%)
Over 2.5 Goals 42/62
(67.7%)
20/30
(66.7%)
Over 3.5 Goals 27/62
(43.5%)
8/30
(26.7%)
Clean Sheet 10/62
(16.1%)
6/30
(20%)
Failed to Score 14/62
(22.6%)
8/30
(26.7%)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do both teams usually score when West Ham play Brentford?

Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 63% of West Ham's games and 60% of Brentford's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.

Is West Ham vs Brentford usually a high-scoring fixture?

Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 60% of West Ham's matches and 67% of Brentford's.

📰

Prediction vindicated as Brentford edge out West Ham 0-1.

📝 Match Report

How It Unfolded

Brentford beat West Ham 0-1 at London Stadium, Regular Season - 25, in the Premier League. With the result on the board, the sections below measure it against everything the model and the numbers projected in advance.

The Model vs The Result

The Poisson model went into this projecting West Ham 1.34 xG and Brentford 1.83 xG, a combined 3.16. The scoreboard read 0-1 for 1 actual goal. West Ham fell 1.3 short of their projected output. Brentford landed 0.8 under their projected return. Those figures were built on strength ratings of West Ham attack 0.95 / defence 1.25 against Brentford attack 0.95 / defence 0.94, drawn from 62/62 games (CurrentSeason).

On the result, the model split it West Ham 27% | Draw 25% | Brentford 48%, with Brentford to win its most likely call at 48%. That is exactly how it finished — the model's leading outcome was vindicated.

Goals & Markets

The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 61%. The game delivered 1, so it stayed under — the opposite of the projected direction. Over 1.5 had been 83% and missed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 63% and the match did not — a miss on BTTS. Historically the two sides average 66% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (West Ham 64%, Brentford 68%), a base rate that pointed the other way from today's under. Their combined BTTS history runs at 68%, which did not match the one-sided outcome.

Trading Patterns vs Reality

West Ham's trading profile (62 games, 30 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 68% of their matches — today it did not.

Brentford's trading profile (62 games, 30 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 68% of their matches — today it did not.

Form vs Result

The form lines were close — West Ham 1.27 PPG, Brentford 1.13 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the Brentford win broke the near-deadlock. West Ham (home/away splits) managed 0 against a 1.47 scoring average — below par going forward. Brentford (home/away splits) conceded 0 against a 1.60 average — tighter than their form line.

Verdict

Grading the result against the stored data, 1 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (hit), Over 2.5 (miss), BTTS (miss). The data was on the wrong side of this result more often than not — a reminder that a single match sits well inside the model's variance.

💡 Key Insights

Model Goals market defied the model — 61% Over 2.5 probability, but 1 goal scored.
Model BTTS bucked the model — 63% projected, one side was shut out.
Trading Trading data bucked — 66% historical Over 2.5 rate, but the game stayed under.

⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.