Manchester City
- Form: City have won their last eight league matches, each by at least two goals.
- Home Dominance: They’ve won their last three home league games, scoring a total of 14 goals.
West Ham United
- Away Struggles: West Ham have lost three of their last four away matches, conceding at least four goals in each defeat.
Match Overview
City Set to Claim Title in Style
The equation is straightforward for Manchester City: a win against West Ham in this season-closing fixture at the Etihad will see them crowned champions for the fourth consecutive season and their sixth title in seven years. After winning their last eight matches, it’s hard to see them slipping up now.
David Moyes is set to depart as West Ham’s manager after five years, and while Arsenal fans might hope for a surprise result, City’s recent form against West Ham suggests otherwise. The Citizens have won five of their last six Premier League meetings with the Hammers, with the last three victories by at least two goals.
Moyes Unlikely to Get Happy Farewell
City’s eight-match winning streak has seen them dominate, winning by at least two goals and scoring four or more in six of those fixtures. Pep Guardiola’s side are notorious for hitting peak form at this stage of the season, and they have been unstoppable in the league since April.
At the Etihad, City have been particularly formidable, remaining unbeaten in 18 home games, with 13 wins. The only points they’ve dropped in their last ten home league matches were in draws with Chelsea and Arsenal. Their recent home outings include thrashings of Aston Villa (4-1), Luton (5-1), and Wolves (5-1).
West Ham’s Troubles
West Ham’s recent away form is concerning. They’ve been outclassed 5-0 by Chelsea and 5-2 by Crystal Palace in their last two away league matches. In fact, the Hammers have lost five of their last seven away games, including a 4-0 defeat at Newcastle, a 3-0 loss at Manchester United, and a 2-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest.
Prediction – City to Dominate and win by -2 10/11
Given City’s current form and West Ham’s struggles, expect City to stamp their authority early. An early breakthrough for City could see them run riot. A bet on City with a -2 goal handicap seems a strong investment, considering West Ham’s poor away performances against top sides.
City have won four of their last five league games to nil and were 3-0 winners in this fixture last season, making a similar scoreline a good option for correct-score punters. Expect City to put on a show and secure the title in style.
