Premier League on Sky Sports: Leeds United vs West Ham preview, betting tips & predictions
The Premier League returns to Elland Road this Friday night, October 24, as Leeds United host West Ham in a clash between two sides looking to shake off early-season struggles.
Both will see this as a chance to stabilise and build some momentum, though the pressure is beginning to mount on both dugouts.
Sports News Blitz previews Leeds United vs West Ham, with betting tips, stats, and predictions.
The tale so far
Leeds United have shown plenty of structure under Daniel Farke, but the spark in the final third has yet to arrive.
Their defensive organisation has been a clear positive, yet turning possession into goals remains an issue.
Last weekend’s 2–0 defeat to Burnley summed up that problem - tidy in build-up, toothless in the box.
Farke will be hoping for positive news on the injury front as he searches for attacking fluency.
West Ham, meanwhile, arrive licking their wounds after an uninspired 2–0 home defeat to Brentford.
Nuno Espírito Santo’s side were second best in nearly every department on Monday night, and the performance has raised fresh concerns about confidence and cohesion.
There’s undoubted talent in this Hammers squad, but the spark that once made them so dangerous in transition seems to have dimmed.
Friday’s meeting at Elland Road, then, feels significant for both camps: a vital opportunity to respond, rebuild and relieve a little of that early-season tension.
Another defeat, particularly for West Ham, would heap the pressure squarely on Nuno and his staff.
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Head-to-head recap
These two clubs are no strangers to tightly contested affairs.
In their last five meetings, West Ham have claimed three victories, with Leeds managing just one.
The most recent encounter, a 3–1 win for the Hammers in May 2023, sealed Leeds’ relegation fate that season, adding an extra layer of edge to this renewal at Elland Road.
Best bets for Leeds United vs West Ham
Jarrod Bowen to have 1+ shots on target
Bowen remains West Ham’s most consistent attacking outlet and has hit this line in seven of his eight Premier League appearances this season.
Even in defeat, he tends to test the goalkeeper at least once - a solid selection given his form and freedom in the final third.
Ethan Ampadu to commit 2+ fouls
The Welsh international has been a combative presence in midfield, committing two or more fouls in each of his last two home appearances - both of which saw him booked.
Lining up opposite Lucas Paquetá, who draws an average of 1.7 fouls per match, this line has every chance of landing again.
Leeds United to have the most corners
Leeds have developed a strong corner record under Farke, particularly at Elland Road, where they’ve hit this line in three of their four home Premier League fixtures so far.
Their attacking width and directness should see them rack up plenty more here.
Where to watch Leeds United vs West Ham
Region Broadcaster / Kick-off time
UK / Sky Sports / Sky Go / 20:00 BST
US / USA Network / 15:00 EST
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Current form
Leeds United: L–W–D–L–L
West Ham: L–L–D–L–L
Last five meetings
21/05/23 — West Ham 3–1 Leeds United (Premier League)
04/01/23 — Leeds United 2–2 West Ham (Premier League)
16/01/22 — West Ham 2–3 Leeds United (Premier League)
09/01/22 — West Ham 2–0 Leeds United (FA Cup)
25/09/21 — Leeds United 1–2 West Ham (Premier League)
Verdict
Leeds will back their home form and defensive structure to frustrate a West Ham side searching for rhythm.
Farke’s men tend to edge the territorial battle at Elland Road, which makes the corners market particularly appealing.
Still, West Ham have match-winners in Bowen and Paquetá, meaning it’s unlikely to be one-way traffic.
A cagey contest could be decided by a single moment of quality - or a mistake.
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