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Manchester United vs West Ham Prediction Premier League 04.12.2025

Alexandru Florin 4 December 2025

Manchester United vs West Ham Prediction Premier League

Manchester United vs West Ham Prediction and Betting Tips for the Premier League clash on Thursday, December 04, 2025, at 20:00 GMT. The game will be broadcast live on NOW TV and Sky Sports from Old Trafford, Manchester. United are pushing to stay in the European mix, while the Hammers hope to turn around their recent dip. In this article, you’ll discover Premier League Predictions and insights from XpertStats tipsters.

Manchester United aim to extend their unbeaten midweek run at Old Trafford.
West Ham seek their first back-to-back away wins over United since 1934.
Both teams average over 2.8 goals per match this season.
Lucas Paquetá suspended; Bowen and Fernandes key figures to watch.

Manchester United finally found their rhythm again after a shaky spell, overcoming Crystal Palace 2-1 last weekend. Goals from Joshua Zirkzee and Mason Mount ended a run of frustration and injected some belief back into Ruben Amorim’s camp. But December has never been kind to them, nine losses from their last fourteen league games in this month tell their own story. Still, Amorim’s side has tightened up, losing just once in their last seven league fixtures. Can they keep that trend alive against a team that outfoxed them twice last season?

Old Trafford has seen both brilliance and baffling defeats under Amorim. The Red Devils have averaged 3.0 goals per game, scoring 1.83 and conceding 1.17, while 50% of their matches have gone over 2.5 goals. It’s a team that thrives in bursts but still leaks chances. Their aggression is reflected in the numbers too, an average of 22 fouls and 5.5 cards per match. That said, the return of Lisandro Martínez adds some much-needed balance. With Bruno Fernandes pulling strings and Zirkzee finally back among the goals, there’s reason for cautious optimism.

West Ham arrive with memories of their famous 2-0 win at Old Trafford still fresh. That result snapped a 16-game winless run in this fixture and hinted at a shift in fortunes. But Nuno Espírito Santo’s men have lost their momentum lately. A 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, coupled with Paquetá’s suspension, leaves them stretched. The Hammers’ attack averages 1.17 goals per match but concedes 1.67, meaning they’re often in end-to-end battles. Even so, their 100% rate of over 1.5 goals per game and 67% over 2.5 suggests they rarely play dull football.

Jarrod Bowen remains their talisman, having scored in both league meetings last season. He’s chasing history, looking to become the first Hammer since Jermain Defoe to net in three straight against United. But Bowen hasn’t scored in seven games, maybe this is the night? With both sides struggling for defensive consistency, it’s hard to imagine a quiet evening under the floodlights. One thing’s for sure: fans can expect goals, intensity, and another dose of unpredictability from the Premier League Predictions board.

Ruben Amorim stressed Manchester United’s focus ahead of their Premier League clash with West Ham, highlighting injury doubts and praising Matheus Cunha’s adaptation under pressure. The manager discussed handling online criticism, supporting young talents like Leny Yoro and Shea Lacey, and emphasised Diogo Dalot’s importance to the squad. Amorim also expects a “tough match” against Nuno Espirito Santo’s well-prepared West Ham. Source: BBC Sport.

Over 2.5 Goals @1.54
Both teams’ recent data screams goals. Manchester United average 3.0 goals per game this season, scoring 1.83 and conceding 1.17 on average. West Ham’s matches are nearly as explosive, with 2.83 goals per match and a remarkable 67% rate of over 2.5 goals. Amorim’s men play on the front foot at Old Trafford, where four of their last five games have gone over this threshold. The Hammers, meanwhile, have conceded in 11 of their last 13 league matches and travel without key playmaker Lucas Paquetá. Still, Jarrod Bowen and Bruno Fernandes both pose constant attacking threats, while United’s defense remains prone to lapses. With both sides pressing high and leaving spaces at the back, a high-scoring clash feels likely. Add in United’s aggressive tempo and West Ham’s knack for chaotic away performances, and “Over 2.5 Goals” looks like the value pick here.