LiontipsSouthampton vs West Ham. Prediction and Betting Tips for FA Cup (March 2, 2022).
Command Analysis
Southampton made it to the last 16 of the League Cup, where they were stopped by Chelsea. In the FA Cup, the Saints reached the same stage following their victories over Swansea (3:2) and Coventry City (2:1.).
In the Premier League, Ralf Hasenhüttl's men have earned 35 points from eight victories and 11 draws over 26 rounds. They are currently in 9th place in the standings. In the last two games, today's hosts confidently defeated Everton (2:0) and Norwich City (2:0).
West Ham are having a fantastic season. The Londoners delivered quality performance in the Europa League and secured the top-line finish in their group. They were off to a powerful start in the FA Cup, where the Hammers cruised past Leeds United (2:0) and prevailed over Kidderminster (2:1 P).
David Moyes' side is in 5th place in the Premier League standings after 27 rounds of the competition. They are only two points short of getting into the top-4. After a draw against Newcastle (1:1), the Hammers beat Wolverhampton (1:0).
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet played in 2 of the last 4 games of West Ham.
Tip and bets
We are predicting a close game between two extremely motivated teams. Each side will fiercely fight to progress to the next round of the competition. Today the opponents will try to control the posession, and we probably won't see a large number of goals.
Our prediction - total under 2.5 goals
Southampton will enjoy the support of the stands, but the visitors have more experience and quality. We think, that a draw in full time is likely and that there is a big chance of an after-match penalty shootout. Draws were recorded in 2 out of 4 head-to-head games.
Second bet - draw
