Tottenham Hotspur (8-3-3) vs. West Ham United (6-3-5)
Tottenham Hotspur vs. West Ham United 12/7/23 – Tottenham Hotspur will take on West Ham United in this English Premier League matchup on Thursday, December 7th at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. These two rivals both find themselves towards the upper half of the EPL table with Tottenham currently enjoying the better position thanks in large part to their 3-game win streak. With EPL free advice suggesting that both clubs should consider themselves in contention for European football next year, this London derby takes on an extra level of significance beyond just local bragging rights.
Son Heung-min continues to lead the way for Spurs’ potent attack with 9 goals, while Kulusevski and Maddison have added 4 and 3 goals respectively. With over 20 goals between the three players so far, they will provide a stern test for a West Ham side that have been vulnerable defensively, conceding 23 goals already under replacement keeper Alphonse Areola.
Jarrod Bowen is the man in form for the Hammers up front, netting 8 goals to spearhead the offense. Support has come from Tomás Soucek with 4 goals and Mohammed Kudus with 3 goals in limited playing time. While not as prolific as Tottenham have proven, West Ham have shown an ability to score goals this season. A Tottenham defensive unit that has only kept 4 clean sheets will need to contain Bowen and company if they hope to secure all 3 points.
Tottenham Hotspur vs. West Ham United 12/7/23 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 3:15 PM ET |
| Where: | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| TV: | NBCU |
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Guglielmo Vicario GK vs. Alphonse Areola GK
Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario has been a reliable option between the sticks this season, making 42 saves while only allowing 19 goals against over his 14 starts. His 0.68 goals against average has kept Spurs in matches even when their defense falters. Vicario has also shown composure on set pieces and crosses, claiming 42 catches to ease pressure on the backline. He’ll face stiff competition from in-form Jarrod Bowen and West Ham on Thursday, but Vicario should continue his steady play as Tottenham look to move up the table. If Vicario can organize the defense and cover for any mistakes, Spurs should have the edge at home.
On the other side, Alphonse Areola has struggled since taking over for West Ham with just 1 clean sheet and a bloated 23 goals conceded in his 14 starts. His 1.64 goals against average is one of the worst in the EPL this season. Areola will need to improve his decision making and command of the area against Tottenham’s dynamic front three of Son, Kulusevski and Maddison. Given their combined 20 goals this season, Areola is unlikely to earn his second clean sheet of the campaign. If the veteran keeper can’t step up his game and make some key saves, this match could quickly get out of hand in front of the home fans expecting a win. Alphonse Areola will need to be at his very best on Thursday.
Soccer Odds/Point Spread: Tottenham Hotspur -160, Total Odds: 3.25
The betting odds suggest Tottenham Hotspur as the favorites, indicated by their -160 moneyline. The point spread and total odds of 3.25 reflect expectations of a moderately high-scoring affair. Bettors should consider both teams’ recent scoring trends and defensive records when evaluating these odds.
Tottenham Hotspur Betting Trends
Spurs are undefeated over their last 5 overall games and have covered 4 times over that same sample. With 6 covers in 8 road games, Tottenham have proven themselves capable when away from home. The over has also hit in 3 of the last 5 for Spurs, so an open attacking affair could benefit their chances to grab maximum points in this rivalry clash.
West Ham United Betting Trends
It’s been an up and down year for West Ham, but they come into this match winners of 4 of their previous 5 in EPL play. However, from a betting perspective, the Irons have failed to cover in 4 of those last 5 games. Their troubles away from home are also worrying, as West Ham have earned just 1 cover in their last 5 road contests. With both teams usually playing towards overs, this trend seems likely to continue at Tottenham.
Tottenham Hotspur vs. West Ham United 12/7/23 Betting Picks
Analyzing both teams’ forms, offensive strengths, and defensive capabilities, this match appears to lean towards Tottenham Hotspur, especially considering their solid record at home and recent undefeated streak. However, West Ham’s recent surge in form and their capable scorers like Bowen and Soucek cannot be overlooked, making them a potential threat for an upset.
Top premium tips of the day would likely favor a Tottenham win, but with the potential for a high-scoring affair, considering the attacking talents on display.
Free Pick and Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 2, West Ham United 1.