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West Ham 2-2 Liverpool – Result & Analysis

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Premier League · Regular Season - 35

Kick-off

Sat 27 Apr 2024

12:30

Venue

London Stadium

Competition

Premier League

England

Status

FT
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Poisson model favours Liverpool (53%) — form and H2H data both point in the same direction as West Ham face Liverpool.

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Full Analysis

London Stadium plays host to West Ham versus Liverpool in Premier League, Regular Season - 35. Kick-off: Saturday 27 April 2024 at 12:30 UTC.

Form & Momentum

West Ham have collected 1.20 PPG across 10 Premier League outings this season: 3W 3D 4L. Last five: L D W L L. Offensively they are averaging 1.80 goals per game, with 2.10 conceded. However, 2.10 goals conceded per game is a concern — opposing attacks have exploited them regularly. Both teams have scored in 80% of their matches — an extremely high rate that makes BTTS Yes a well-supported standalone angle from their form alone.

In front of their own supporters this season, West Ham have posted 3W 5D 2L at London Stadium — 1.40 PPG. At home they are averaging 1.40 goals scored and 1.50 conceded per game.

Liverpool (all games): 6W 2D 2L across 10 Premier League outings this term — 2.00 points per game. Last five: W D L W L. Their attacking form is sharp — 2.00 goals per game is a high-output rate that commands respect in the goals markets. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a noteworthy BTTS rate that supports the Yes market.

Liverpool's form when playing away from home: 7W 1D 2L across 10 road games this term (2.20 PPG). They are averaging 2.10 goals per away game — strong road scoring that makes them a threat even without home support. 4 clean sheets from 10 away games (40%) shows they are capable of shutting up shop on the road.

On a straight form reading, Liverpool are the stronger side — 0.80 PPG clear of the hosts (2.00 vs 1.20). Backing them with draw insurance is the conservative play if the outright away price appears short.

H2H History

Liverpool hold the superior head-to-head record in this fixture, claiming 4 wins from 5 meetings. The hosts have won just 1 times in that span.

These two sides have produced goals at a consistent rate historically, averaging 2.8 per game across 5 meetings. That scoring profile provides genuine support for the Over 2.5 angle. The most recent clash, on 24 Sep 2023, ended 1–3 with Liverpool winning.

The H2H provides genuine backing for the away side. Liverpool have won 4 of 5 previous encounters, and at 2.8 goals per game, the goals market also points upward. The away win and Over 2.5 combination has a historical case worth noting.

Trading Data

West Ham goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (72 games, 36 at home): BTTS occurs in 53% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 42% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 36%.

Liverpool goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (72 games, 36 at away): BTTS occurs in 61% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 64% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 40%.

BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — West Ham 54% versus Liverpool 60%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (West Ham 51% | Liverpool 62%).

Poisson Model

The Poisson distribution model projects West Ham 1.19 xG and Liverpool 1.90 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 0.834 / defence 1.046 | Liverpool attack 1.189 / defence 0.812. League average goals — home 1.760 / away 1.524. Data: 72 West Ham games / 72 Liverpool games used (CurrentSeason).

Result probabilities: West Ham 23% | Draw 23% | Liverpool 53%. Fair-value odds: West Ham 4.35 | Draw 4.35 | Liverpool 1.89. Liverpool hold a narrow Poisson edge at 53% — the draw (23%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.

Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 60% | BTTS probability 60% | Total xG 3.09. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 60% — the 3.09 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 60% reflects that both xG figures (1.19 / 1.90) are above the threshold where scoring blanks become the primary outcome — both sides are projected to find the net.

Verdict

The Poisson model's primary lean is Liverpool at 53% — moderate model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. Draw probability of 23% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on Liverpool if the outright odds are short.

Poisson projects 3.09 total expected goals, pointing to Over 2.5 at 60% probability — strong conviction, supported by form averaging 3.0 goals per game and H2H averaging 2.8 goals per meeting.

On the BTTS market, Poisson puts 60% on Yes. Form rates are neutral: West Ham 50% | Liverpool 50%.

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💡 Key Insights

H2H Liverpool have been the dominant side historically, winning 4 of 5 meetings.
H2H H2H history and Poisson model both point to Liverpool — H2H win rate 80% vs Poisson 53%.
Goals H2H (2.80 goals/game) and Poisson xG (3.09) both back Over 2.5 goals (60% Poisson probability).
Form Liverpool lead on PPG: 2.00 vs 1.20 — in-form visitors may prove difficult to contain.
Form Form and Poisson model both favour Liverpool — Liverpool at 53% win probability.
Goals Poisson Over 2.5 probability is 60% — the model favours goals in this fixture.
BTTS Poisson BTTS probability is 60% — model favours both teams scoring.

🏟️ Match Context

• Fixture: West Ham vs Liverpool | Competition: Premier League, Regular Season - 35 | Venue: London Stadium • Kick-off: Saturday 27 Apr 2024, 12:30 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing

📊 Statistical Prediction

• Poisson result probabilities: West Ham 23% | Draw 23% | Liverpool 53% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 60% | BTTS 60% | xG West Ham 1.19 / Liverpool 1.90 • Poisson strength factors: West Ham attack 0.834 / def 1.046 | Liverpool attack 1.189 / def 0.812 | league avg home 1.760 / away 1.524 • Poisson stance: Liverpool (53%) — moderate lean

🧮 Prediction Model

1.19

West Ham xG

Expected Goals

1.90

Liverpool xG

23%
23%
53%
West Ham Draw Liverpool

60%

BTTS

82%

Over 1.5

60%

Over 2.5

37%

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 Liverpool kick off?

West Ham vs Liverpool kicked off at 12:30 on Saturday 27 April 2024 at London Stadium.

What was the final score in West Ham vs Liverpool?

West Ham 2 - 2 Liverpool.

Where is West Ham vs Liverpool being played?

The match is being played at London Stadium.

What competition is West Ham vs Liverpool part of?

West Ham vs Liverpool is a Regular Season - 35 fixture in the Premier League (England).

Who is favourite to win West Ham vs Liverpool?

Our statistical model gives West Ham a 23% chance of winning, Liverpool a 53% chance, and a 23% chance of a draw — making Liverpool the favourite.

Will both teams score in West Ham vs Liverpool?

Our model estimates a 60% probability that both West Ham and Liverpool will score (BTTS).

Will West Ham vs Liverpool have over 2.5 goals?

Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 60%.

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

Record (5 meetings): West Ham 1W | Draws 0 | Liverpool 4W.

What form are West Ham and Liverpool in?

West Ham (all comps): 3W-3D-4L in 10 | 1.20 PPG | GF 1.80 / GA 2.10 | L5 L-D-W-L-L. Liverpool (all comps): 6W-2D-2L in 10 | 2.00 PPG | GF 2.00 / GA 1.10 | L5 W-D-L-W-L.

🧮 Model Insight

Where the Numbers Come From

The model rates West Ham's attack at 0.83x the league average against Liverpool's defence at 0.81x — combine the two and it projects 1.19 expected goals for the hosts. Flip it around — Liverpool's attack (1.19x) against West Ham's defence (1.05x) — and the away total comes out at 1.90.

These ratings are built from 72/72 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.

Scoreline Breakdown

Of every possible scoreline, 1-1 carries the highest individual probability at 11.7% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 1-2 (9.8%), 0-2 (8.2%). Together the top three scorelines make up 30% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.

Most Likely Outcome

Liverpool Win

23%

West Ham

4.30

23%

Draw

4.27

53%

Liverpool

1.88

Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines

1 – 1

10.3%

Draw

Most likely

1 – 2

9.8%

Away win

0 – 1

8.7%

Away win

Expected Goals & Win Odds

1.19

West Ham xG

Total xG

3.09

1.90

Liverpool xG

23%
23%
53%
West HamDrawLiverpool

4.30

23%

Home win

4.27

23%

Draw

1.88

53%

Away win

Goals Markets

81%

Over 1.5

1.23

19%

Under 1.5

5.26

60%

Over 2.5

1.67

40%

Under 2.5

2.50

37%

Over 3.5

2.70

63%

Under 3.5

1.59

20%

Over 4.5

5.00

80%

Under 4.5

1.25

Match Markets

Both Teams to Score

60%

BTTS Yes

1.68

40%

BTTS No

2.48

Clean Sheet

15%

West Ham

6.65

30%

Liverpool

3.29

Win to Nil

3%

West Ham

28.58

16%

Liverpool

6.17

Score Probability Matrix (%)

H \ A 0 1 2 3 4 5
0 4.6 8.7 8.2 5.2 2.5 0.9
1 5.4 10.3 9.8 6.2 2.9 1.1
2 3.2 6.1 5.8 3.7 1.7 0.7
3 1.3 2.4 2.3 1.5 0.7 0.3
4 0.4 0.7 0.7 0.4 0.2 0.1
5 0.1 0.2 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) 1.191
λ Away (xG) 1.895
Total xG 3.086
League avg home goals 1.760
League avg away goals 1.524
West Ham attack strength 0.834
West Ham defence strength 1.046
Liverpool attack strength 1.189
Liverpool defence strength 0.812
Data phase CurrentSeason
Games used (H/A) 72 / 72

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

The model projects 1.19 expected goals for West Ham and 1.90 for Liverpool, a combined total of 3.09.

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

Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 53%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.

📈 Form Insight

Recent Form Overview

Across their last 72 outings, West Ham have picked up 1.22 PPG on a 24W 16D 32L record — L-D-W-L-L across the most recent five.

Liverpool's form line: 41W 18D 13L from 72 games, 1.96 PPG, last five W-D-L-W-L.

Put side by side, Liverpool are the form team by 0.74 points per game — a gap wide enough to matter, though form alone rarely tells the whole story against West Ham.

How They Fare by Venue

On home soil, West Ham have posted 1.47 PPG from 36 outings (14W 11D 11L).

On the road, Liverpool have gone 15W 10D 11L from 36 away games — 1.53 PPG when travelling. That's a step down from their 1.96 PPG overall record — away form has been the weaker part of Liverpool's season.

Attack vs Defence

West Ham are averaging 1.33 goals scored and 1.64 conceded per game recently; Liverpool are on 2.08 scored and 1.12 conceded.

Last 72 Results — Premier League

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

West Ham

West Ham

Current Season
L D W L L
Liverpool

Liverpool

Current Season
W D L W L
72 Played 72
24/16/32 W / D / L 41/18/13
1.22 Points Per Game 1.96
1.33 Avg Goals Scored 2.08
1.64 Avg Goals Conceded 1.12
2.97 Avg Goals / Game 3.21
14 Clean Sheets 23
39 BTTS 43
37 Over 2.5 Games 45
West Ham

West Ham

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

Liverpool

L
A Everton
0–2
24 Apr
W
A Fulham
3–1
21 Apr
L
H Crystal Palace
0–1
14 Apr
D
A Manchester United
2–2
07 Apr
W
H Sheffield Utd
3–1
04 Apr
W
H Brighton
2–1
31 Mar
D
H Manchester City
1–1
10 Mar
W
A Nottingham Forest
1–0
02 Mar
W
H Luton
4–1
21 Feb
W
A Brentford
4–1
17 Feb
W
H Burnley
3–1
10 Feb
L
A Arsenal
1–3
04 Feb
W
H Chelsea
4–1
31 Jan
W
A Bournemouth
4–0
21 Jan
W
H Newcastle
4–2
01 Jan
W
A Burnley
2–0
26 Dec
D
H Arsenal
1–1
23 Dec
D
H Manchester United
0–0
17 Dec
W
A Crystal Palace
2–1
09 Dec
W
A Sheffield Utd
2–0
06 Dec
W
H Fulham
4–3
03 Dec
D
A Manchester City
1–1
25 Nov
W
H Brentford
3–0
12 Nov
D
A Luton
1–1
05 Nov
W
H Nottingham Forest
3–0
29 Oct
W
H Everton
2–0
21 Oct
D
A Brighton
2–2
08 Oct
L
A Tottenham
1–2
30 Sep
W
H West Ham
3–1
24 Sep
W
A Wolves
3–1
16 Sep
W
H Aston Villa
3–0
03 Sep
W
A Newcastle
2–1
27 Aug
W
H Bournemouth
3–1
19 Aug
D
A Chelsea
1–1
13 Aug
D
A Southampton
4–4
28 May
D
H Aston Villa
1–1
20 May
W
A Leicester
3–0
15 May
W
H Brentford
1–0
06 May
W
H Fulham
1–0
03 May
W
H Tottenham
4–3
30 Apr
W
A West Ham
2–1
26 Apr
W
H Nottingham Forest
3–2
22 Apr
W
A Leeds
6–1
17 Apr
D
H Arsenal
2–2
09 Apr
D
A Chelsea
0–0
04 Apr
L
A Manchester City
1–4
01 Apr
L
A Bournemouth
0–1
11 Mar
W
H Manchester United
7–0
05 Mar
W
H Wolves
2–0
01 Mar
D
A Crystal Palace
0–0
25 Feb
W
A Newcastle
2–0
18 Feb
W
H Everton
2–0
13 Feb
L
A Wolves
0–3
04 Feb
D
H Chelsea
0–0
21 Jan
L
A Brighton
0–3
14 Jan
L
A Brentford
1–3
02 Jan
W
H Leicester
2–1
30 Dec
W
A Aston Villa
3–1
26 Dec
W
H Southampton
3–1
12 Nov
W
A Tottenham
2–1
06 Nov
L
H Leeds
1–2
29 Oct
L
A Nottingham Forest
0–1
22 Oct
W
H West Ham
1–0
19 Oct
W
H Manchester City
1–0
16 Oct
L
A Arsenal
2–3
09 Oct
D
H Brighton
3–3
01 Oct
D
A Everton
0–0
03 Sep
W
H Newcastle
2–1
31 Aug
W
H Bournemouth
9–0
27 Aug
L
A Manchester United
1–2
22 Aug
D
H Crystal Palace
1–1
15 Aug
D
A Fulham
2–2
06 Aug

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

West Ham have gone 24W 16D 32L in their last 72 games (1.22 PPG), while Liverpool have gone 41W 18D 13L in their last 72 (1.96 PPG).

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

Liverpool's away record (1.53 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — West Ham at home: 1.47 PPG; Liverpool away: 1.53 PPG.

Have West Ham or Liverpool been keeping clean sheets recently?

West Ham have kept a clean sheet in 19% of their recent games, Liverpool in 32%.

⚔️ Rivalry Insight

The Rivalry So Far

These sides have met 10 times that we have on record, stretching back to November 2021 — a rivalry that has played out across roughly 4 years. Every recorded meeting has come in Premier League. They last met on 28 February 2026, roughly 5 months ago.

Notable Numbers

Liverpool go into this on the back of 4 straight wins in the series — the current momentum sits squarely with them.

For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: Liverpool won 0-5 on 29 Dec 2024, the biggest margin either side has managed in the series.

Specifically as hosts in this fixture, West Ham have gone 1W 1D 3L from 5 meetings on their own ground against Liverpool — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.

Last 10 Meetings

West Ham

1

West Ham

1

Draws

Liverpool

8

Liverpool

Recent Meetings

Liverpool
5–2
28 Feb 26
West Ham
West Ham
0–2
30 Nov 25
Liverpool
Liverpool
2–1
13 Apr 25
West Ham
West Ham
0–5
29 Dec 24
Liverpool
West Ham
2–2
27 Apr 24
Liverpool
Liverpool
3–1
24 Sep 23
West Ham
West Ham
1–2
26 Apr 23
Liverpool
Liverpool
1–0
19 Oct 22
West Ham
Liverpool
1–0
05 Mar 22
West Ham
West Ham
3–2
07 Nov 21
Liverpool

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

When did West Ham and Liverpool last play each other?

They last met on 28 February 2026, when Liverpool 5-2 West Ham.

Who has won more matches between West Ham and Liverpool?

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

📈 Trading Insight

Full-Time Markets

BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — West Ham 53%, Liverpool 61% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.

Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 42% (West Ham) and 64% (Liverpool).

📈

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

West Ham West Ham Current Season
Metric All
(72 games)
Venue
(36 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 39/72
(54.2%)
19/36
(52.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals 37/72
(51.4%)
15/36
(41.7%)
Over 3.5 Goals 26/72
(36.1%)
12/36
(33.3%)
Clean Sheet 14/72
(19.4%)
10/36
(27.8%)
Failed to Score 20/72
(27.8%)
8/36
(22.2%)
Liverpool Liverpool Current Season
Metric All
(72 games)
Venue
(36 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 43/72
(59.7%)
22/36
(61.1%)
Over 2.5 Goals 45/72
(62.5%)
23/36
(63.9%)
Over 3.5 Goals 29/72
(40.3%)
14/36
(38.9%)
Clean Sheet 23/72
(31.9%)
9/36
(25%)
Failed to Score 11/72
(15.3%)
8/36
(22.2%)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do both teams usually score when West Ham play Liverpool?

Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 53% of West Ham's games and 61% of Liverpool's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.

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

Not particularly — Over 2.5 goals has come in for only 42% of West Ham's recent games and 64% of Liverpool's, pointing to a tighter contest.

📰

West Ham and Liverpool share the spoils in a 2-2 draw.

📝 Match Report

How It Unfolded

The points were shared at London Stadium, Regular Season - 35, as West Ham and Liverpool drew 2-2 in the Premier League. The remainder of the report sets that outcome against the pre-match model, the markets and the teams' data profiles.

The Model vs The Result

The Poisson model went into this projecting West Ham 1.19 xG and Liverpool 1.90 xG, a combined 3.09. The scoreboard read 2-2 for 4 actual goals. West Ham beat their projection by 0.8 — clinical relative to the chances the model priced in. Those figures were built on strength ratings of West Ham attack 0.83 / defence 1.05 against Liverpool attack 1.19 / defence 0.81, drawn from 72/72 games (CurrentSeason).

On the result, the model split it West Ham 23% | Draw 23% | Liverpool 53%, with Liverpool to win its most likely call at 53%. Instead the game produced a draw, an outcome the model had rated at just 23% — a clear break from expectation and a genuine upset by the numbers.

Goals & Markets

The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 60%. The game delivered 4, so it went over — in line with the projection. Over 1.5 had been 82% and landed. Over 3.5 was 37% and came in. On both teams to score, the model sat at 60% and the match saw both sides score — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 57% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (West Ham 51%, Liverpool 62%), a base rate that agreed with today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 57%, which matched the both-scored outcome.

Trading Patterns vs Reality

West Ham's trading profile (72 games, 36 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 54% of their matches — today it did.

Liverpool's trading profile (72 games, 36 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 60% of their matches — today it did; they keep a clean sheet 32% of the time, and conceded here.

Form vs Result

On form, Liverpool arrived the stronger side — 1.96 PPG against 1.22. The form guide was only half-right: the stronger side did not lose, but could not convert the edge into a win.

Verdict

Grading the result against the stored data, 2 of 4 pre-match signals came in: result (miss), Over 2.5 (hit), BTTS (hit), form (miss). Partial vindication: some calls landed, others slipped.

💡 Key Insights

Model Over/Under 2.5 landed as modelled — 60% Over 2.5 probability, 4 goals scored.
Model BTTS matched the model — 60% projected, both teams scored.
Trading Trading data backed up — the sides average 57% Over 2.5 historically, and this game went over.

⚠️ 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.