Liverpool are set to return to Premier League action on Saturday, February 28, 2026. They will welcome West Ham United at Anfield in a late-season fixture with top-four and European implications for the home side and relegation implications for the travelling side. The Reds have been formidable at home across this campaign.
They’ve been combining high pressing intensity with impressive attacking form. On the other hand, even though West Ham are hovering in the relegation zone, they’re arriving in improving form since the turn of the year. They’re carrying attacking momentum and a recent history of troubling Liverpool’s defensive line in transition. Hence, the fixture may not be very easy for the Reds.
You can find more of our soccer predictions on our main picks hub. Here’s how we’re betting Liverpool vs West Ham United tonight, including our Best Bet, a Same-Game Parlay, and key trends to know.
Liverpool vs West Ham United Match Details
Competition: Premier League
Date & kickoff: Saturday, February 28, 2026 – 10:00 AM ET / 3:00 PM GT
Venue: Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, England
Expected XIs: Liverpool 4-2-3-1 vs West Ham United 3-4-2-1
Best Bet for Liverpool vs West Ham United
Our best bet for Liverpool vs West Ham United is Both Teams to Score: Yes at -150 (BetMGM) / -154 (FanDuel).
Liverpool have scored 23 goals in their last 10 league matches. However, they have also conceded 12 in that span. They’re boasting an average xG figure around 2.1 xG per match. But going to the other side of the field, they have kept only three clean sheets in those games.
They’re conceding an average of 1.2 xGA. Their high defensive line and aggressive full-back positioning leaves gap for the opponents to counter. West Ham have scored in eight of their last 10 league fixtures. They’re averaging roughly 1.6 xG during that stretch. Jarrod Bowen remains central to their attacking output.
Mohammed Kudus’ ball-carrying ability also provides direct penetration. The Hammers have conceded in seven of those same matches. Recent head-to-head meetings at Anfield have frequently produced multi-goal outcomes, and West Ham’s ability to counterattack into space aligns with Liverpool’s pressing structure.
Liverpool vs West Ham United Prediction
Our pick: Liverpool to Win at -235 (BetMGM) / -270 (FanDuel)
Across Liverpool’s last 10 matches at Anfield in all competitions, they have won seven. They’ve generated over 2.3 xG per home fixture while allowing fewer than five shots on target per game. Their pressing sequences consistently produce high turnovers in the final third, leading to immediate scoring opportunities.
West Ham’s away numbers suggest vulnerability against top-six opposition. In their previous 10 road matches, they have conceded 15 goals and averaged above 1.4 xGA per game. While capable of scoring on the counter, they struggle to sustain control against high-possession sides.
Liverpool’s attacking width, particularly through Mohamed Salah and overlapping full-backs. Salah alone has produced double-digit league goals+assists. He also remains among the top chance creators in the division. Liverpool’s dominance in head-to-head at Anfield and their higher xG differential suggests they should win the match even through a fight.
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Same-Game Parlay (Bet Builder) for Liverpool vs West Ham United
Bet $100 to Win $145.51 (FanDuel) Total Goals Over 2.5 (-225) + BTTS: Yes (-154) + Mohamed Salah to Score or Assist (-190)
Over 2.5 goals aligns with Liverpool’s recent scoring average and West Ham’s expected scoring abilities on the counter. It also takes into the factor that seven of Liverpool’s last 10 league matches have cleared that goal mark. Pairing it with BTTS: Yes captures West Ham’s consistent scoring pattern against top opposition.
Including Mohamed Salah to score or assist reflects his central role in the attack. He averages multiple shots per 90 minutes and remains Liverpool’s primary penalty taker and creative outlet in the right half-space. Against teams that concede space between center-back and full-back, Salah’s movement is particularly dangerous.
Liverpool’s pressing model generates volume, while West Ham’s direct transitions produce counter chances. And Salah’s involvement rate in goals remains high relative to team output. Over 2.5 goals has occurred in a majority of Liverpool’s recent fixtures. Whereas, the BTTS pick reflects defensive concessions on both sides. Salah’s scoring or assisting probability is elevated in home games, where his xG contributions per match increase.
Over 2.5: -225 / Under 2.5: +160 Over 3.5: +110 / Under 3.5: -155
Over 2.5: -230 / Under 2.5: +184 Over 3.5: +114 / Under 3.5: -140
BTTS
Yes: -150 / No: +105
Yes: -158 / No: +124
Asian Handicap
Liverpool -1.25: -118 / -1.50: +108 West Ham United +1.25: -105
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Draw No Bet
Liverpool: -650 West Ham United: +380
Liverpool: -700 West Ham United: +520
Double Chance
Liverpool or Draw: -800 West Ham United or Draw: +180
Liverpool or Draw: -1000 West Ham United or Draw: +200
Trends to Know for Liverpool vs West Ham United
Head-to-Head: Liverpool have won 12 of the last 15 Premier League meetings at Anfield, often scoring multiple goals in those contests.
Recent Form: Liverpool have averaged over two goals per match across their last 10 league fixtures, while West Ham have scored in eight of their last 10.
Home Strength: Liverpool’s home xG differential ranks among the league’s strongest.
Away Pattern: West Ham concede regularly on the road but maintain counterattacking efficiency through Bowen and Kudus.
Goals Expectation: Seven of Liverpool’s last 10 league matches have featured three or more goals.
Latest Injuries & Lineup News for Liverpool vs West Ham United
In soccer, injuries and rotations can drastically alter how a match plays out, especially when it comes to BTTS, totals, and goalscorer markets. Navigating through a few key injuries in this clash, both coaches will look to lineup their strongest XI. Here are the players who are either doubtful or are set to miss out:
Team
Player
Status
Notes
Liverpool
Wataru Endo
Out
Ankle
Liverpool
Alexander Isak
Out
Leg
Liverpool
Conor Bradly
Out
Leg
Liverpool
Giovanni Leoni
Out
Knee
Liverpool
Florian Wirtz
Out
Bac
West Ham United
Freddie Potts
Out
Suspension
West Ham United
Pablo Felipe
Out
Calf
West Ham United
Lukasz Fabianski
Out
Back
Reminder: Always check confirmed lineups 60–75 minutes before kickoff, especially for goalscorer and BTTS markets.
How to watch – quick Q&A
What time is Liverpool vs West Ham United?
Liverpool vs West Ham United kicks off at 10:00 AM ET on Saturday, February 28, 2026 (3:00 PM local UK time).
Where is the match being played?
The match will be played at the Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, England.
How can I watch on TV / stream?
Broadcast rights vary by territory. In the US, the Premier League can be telecast on USA Network and Universo. Unfortunately, the match will not be telecast in the UK. The match will also be available to stream on these broadcasters’ official websites.
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