Football Prediction | West Ham United vs Tottenham Hotspur | Premier League 2025/26 | September 13 – Will Hammers Strike a Blow?

A London derby awaits as West Ham United host Tottenham Hotspur in what promises to be a fiery clash at the London Stadium. Both teams have shown glimpses of quality this season and will be eager to take bragging rights. West Ham will look to their midfield creativity and home support to push them forward. Tottenham, meanwhile, arrive with attacking depth and defensive resilience to challenge the Hammers.

West Ham United vs Tottenham Hotspur Form Guide

West Ham United

West Ham have had a mixed start, showing strength in attack but struggling to maintain consistency. Paquetá has been at the heart of their creative play, linking well with Bowen and Füllkrug. Ward-Prowse and Soucek provide stability in midfield with their work rate and set-piece threat. Defensively, Kilman and Mavropanos have offered solidity, though lapses at crucial times have cost points.

Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham continue to display a fluid and aggressive style under their setup. Richarlison has been their main source of goals, while Kudus and Johnson add flair and pace to the front line. Bentancur and Palhinha give strength in the middle, ensuring balance between attack and defense. At the back, Romero and Van de Ven provide tranqulity, with Vicario proving reliable between the posts.

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West Ham United vs Tottenham Hotspur Key Battles

Paquetá vs Richarlison

Paquetá is an important player for West Ham with his creativity and goal-scoring ability allowing him to take charge of the attacking, he will find spaces and create opportunities to test Spurs defense. After all, Richarlison has been Tottenham’s best finisher and has been clinical inside the penalty area. This matchup of a creative playmaker and a clinical striker could be significant in determining the outcome of the match.

Diouf vs Kudus

West Ham will be pleased to add Diouf’s trademark energy and direct style from wide areas, which will bring penetration and support to their attacking play. His ability to stretch defenses and create space, could offer an opportunity for Bowen and Füllkrug. Kudus will bring creativity and a lack of predictability to Spurs, and will be able to score or assist equally well. Meanwhile, the contest between the pair will probably dominate each team’s attacking rhythm.

West Ham United vs Tottenham Hotspur Tactical Outlook

West Ham will rely on structured defending and sharp transitions through Paquetá and Bowen. Ward-Prowse’s set-piece delivery remains a major weapon, giving them opportunities from dead-ball situations. They are likely to sit compact and target spaces behind Tottenham’s high line. The Hammers will look to exploit counter-attacks and physical duels to disrupt Spurs’ rhythm.

Tottenham will approach the match with attacking intent, looking to dominate possession and press high. Bentancur and Palhinha will anchor the midfield, allowing Kudus and Johnson to roam freely in advanced areas. Richarlison will spearhead the attack, aiming to capitalize on West Ham’s defensive gaps. Spurs’ ability to control the tempo and convert chances will be key to securing three points.

Head-to-Head Encounters

West Ham and Tottenham have faced each other in countless exciting games in the London derbies, Tottenham historically has the advantage overall. More recently Tottenham has had the advantage overall. We have seen West Ham have surprising results against their rivals, particularly at London Stadium. The London derby is always played with a proper atmosphere, and it remains one of the top matches every season.

Injury News and Suspensions

West Ham United

The Hammers face a few injury concerns ahead of the clash. Crysencio Summerville is sidelined with a hamstring injury until mid-September. George Earthy remains doubtful with a knock. Luis Guilherme is out until mid-October with a broken collarbone, limiting attacking options.

Tottenham Hotspur

Spurs are dealing with several injuries. Dejan Kulusevski is out with a knee injury until early November, while James Maddison faces a long spell out with a cruciate ligament injury until mid-February. Solanke and Takai are both expected back in mid-September, while Dragusin remains sidelined until October. Bissouma is also a doubt with a knock, leaving Spurs with midfield adjustments to consider.

West Ham United vs Tottenham Hotspur Possible Playing Squad

West Ham United

Hermansen (GK), Walker-Peters, Kilman, Mavropanos, Diouf, Soucek, Ward-Prowse, Paquetá, Fernandes, Bowen, Füllkrug

Tottenham Hotspur

Vicario (GK), Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence, Palhinha, Bentancur, Sarr, Johnson, Kudus, Richarlison

Match Details at a Glance

Match Prediction

Both teams have quality in attack, but Tottenham’s pressing and forward line could give them an advantage. West Ham will look to keep it tight and play on the counter, but Spurs may edge it.

Score Prediction

West Ham United 1–2 Tottenham Hotspur – Richarlison and Kudus on the scoresheet for Spurs, with Paquetá finding the net for West Ham. Tottenham’s sharper finishing could be the difference.