In-depth Analysis
West Ham United and Everton FC both failed to secure a win in their most recent Premier League fixtures. West Ham were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace, while Everton suffered a 1–2 defeat against Liverpool FC.
In the 2025/26 Premier League table, Everton sit 10th with 47 points, just three points behind the European qualification spots, specifically the 6th place held by Brighton & Hove Albion. With consistent form and more points collected, they still have a realistic chance of qualifying for the UEFA Europa League next season.
This round sees Everton face West Ham, who are 17th with 33 points. Although West Ham are no longer in the relegation zone, their position is still far from safe, as they are only two points above Tottenham Hotspur, meaning standings could shift quickly.
In terms of form, there is a noticeable difference between the two sides. West Ham have won just 2 of their last 10 matches in regular time, while Everton have picked up 4 wins in the same period. West Ham do have home advantage, but it has not been reliable, with only 2 home wins in their last 10 matches. Everton, meanwhile, have been relatively solid away from home with 5 wins in their last 10 away games.
Given both teams are battling for stability against similarly pressured opponents, this fixture is expected to be tightly contested, with a draw being the most likely outcome.