- Brentford are sitting pretty in ninth in the Premier League at present.
- West Ham are only above the EPL relegation zone on goal difference.
- The Bees have won three in a row against the Irons.
Just a week after the pair locked horns in the Premier League, Brentford and West Ham United meet in the FA Cup this weekend. Thomas Frank’s in-form Bees are looking for another win over David Moyes’ struggling Hammers.
Brentford are in tip-top shape right now and are fancied with the bookies to book their place in round four. Keep reading for our Brentford predictions and the latest West Ham United stats in this betting preview.
Brentford vs. West Ham United Odds
Brentford | Draw | West Ham United |
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+145 | +240 | +190 |
Going by the latest Brentford vs West Ham odds, the home side are the bookies’ favorites at +145. Frank’s men have been excellent of late and will take some stopping on home soil.
West Ham are having a tough time in the Premier League, and this will be another tricky test for the east London club. The away victory is available at FA Cup odds of +190, while the draw in the 90 is priced at +240.
Brentford vs. West Ham United Information
FA Cup – Brentford vs. West Ham United
Location of the game: Gtech Community Stadium
Time: Saturday, 07 Jan 2023, 10:00 AM EDT
How to watch: ESPN+
Brentford – Can the Bees Keep the Momentum Ticking?
Brentford are enjoying another excellent season under the popular Frank. The west London side are in no danger of going down, as they are currently 11 points clear of the bottom three.
Brentford sit ninth in the Premier League table after six wins, eight draws and just four defeats. Only Arsenal, Manchester City and Newcastle United – the current top three – have suffered fewer losses up to now.
Brentford have lost just one of their last nine Premier League games. Since a 4-0 reverse at Aston Villa in October, they have won three and drawn three of six in the league.
The brilliant Bees have collected ten points from the last 12 on offer, beating Man City, West Ham and Liverpool and picking up a 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur.
A top-half Premier League finish accompanied with a good run in the FA Cup would be a great season for Brentford. Can they beat the Hammers for a fourth time in a row this weekend? Keep reading for the latest Brentford vs West Ham odds.
Brentford Projected Lineup: Raya, Zanka, Pinnock, Mee, Rasmussen, Jensen, Norgaard, Janelt, Henry, Mbeumo, Wissa.
Brentford Injuries: Ivan Toney, Ajer, Baptiste, Onyeka.
West Ham United – Another Damaging Defeat for the Irons?
West Ham United have undoubtedly been on the rise under Moyes, with the former Everton and Manchester United boss taking the Hammers into Europe two seasons running. However, they have struggled in the Premier League this time around.
West Ham are through to the last 16 of the UEFA Europa Conference League after winning all games in that competition. However, they have taken a mere 15 points in the league, winning just four times.
United are only above 18th-place Everton on goal difference. Southampton are bottom on 12 points, while Wolverhampton Wanderers are 19th with 14 points to their name. Things are tight at the foot, though, with just five points separating 13th to 20th.
West Ham will be wary of their league position, but the Hammers are gunning for European glory this season. They impressed in the UEFA Europa League last term, reaching the last four. Moyes’ men are among the favorites to win the Europa Conference League this season.
After no wins in six league and cup fixtures, West Ham will be desperate for a victory in the FA Cup this weekend. Can they get revenge and beat Brentford for the first time since 1993?
West Ham United Projected Lineup: Fabianski, Kehrer, Aguerd, Dawson, Cresswell, Soucek, Rice, Fornals, Bowen, Paqueta, Scamacca.
West Ham United Injuries: Zouma, Cornet, Coufal.
Brentford vs. West Ham United Pick and Prediction
When looking at the latest Brentford vs West Ham odds, the home side are the favorites, and rightly so. That perfectly sums up where these two London clubs are at right now.
Since moving into their new home from Griffin Park, Brentford have made the Gtech Community Stadium a real fortress. This season, only Premier League leaders Arsenal have won on their patch.
These two sides met in Premier League action at the London Stadium at the end of 2022, with Brentford running out 2-0 winners. Ivan Toney opened the scoring, and Josh Dasilva doubled their advantage before half time.
West Ham are desperate for a positive result, but our money is going on Brentford. Check out the tempting FA Cup odds of +300 for the hosts to be winning at half time and full time.
We are also backing the pair to get on the scoresheet at the Gtech Community Stadium. Have a punt on the Brentford win and both teams to score at the top price of +400.
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