West Ham vs Brighton takes place at the London Stadium in Round 19 of the 2025–26 Premier League, with kick-off scheduled for 01:00 am on Wednesday, 31 December 2025. With cold winter conditions expected in London (around 4°C), this New Year’s Eve fixture brings together two sides searching for momentum after inconsistent runs.
West Ham are currently struggling for wins, having failed to secure victory in their last five league matches. Brighton, meanwhile, are also enduring a tough spell, picking up just two draws from their last five. With both teams low on confidence, this matchup shapes up as a tight and tactical contest where avoiding defeat may be the initial priority.
Their recent meetings have produced a high number of draws, and another closely fought encounter looks likely at the London Stadium.
Match Overview – West Ham vs Brighton
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | West Ham vs Brighton |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 19 |
| Date & Kick-Off | 31 December 2025 – 01:00 am |
| Venue | London Stadium |
| City | London, England |
| Capacity | 62,500 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 4°C – Cold |
West Ham are expected to rely on physical midfield battles and the creativity of Lucas Paquetá, while Brighton will aim to control possession through patient build-up and wide play from Mitoma and Minteh.
Recent Form Guide – West Ham vs Brighton
West Ham – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 27/12 | Fulham | Loss 0–1 |
| 20/12 | Man City | Loss 0–3 |
| 14/12 | Aston Villa | Loss 2–3 |
| 07/12 | Brighton | Draw 1–1 |
| 04/12 | Man United | Draw 1–1 |
Form Summary: 0 Wins – 2 Draws – 3 Losses
West Ham have been competitive but lack cutting edge in decisive moments.
Brighton – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 27/12 | Arsenal | Loss 1–2 |
| 20/12 | Sunderland | Draw 0–0 |
| 13/12 | Liverpool | Loss 0–2 |
| 07/12 | West Ham | Draw 1–1 |
| 03/12 | Aston Villa | Loss 3–4 |
Form Summary: 0 Wins – 2 Draws – 3 Losses
Brighton continue to play attractive football but struggle defensively and in front of goal.
Head-to-Head – West Ham vs Brighton
Overall Premier League Record (17 Meetings)
| Team | Wins | Draws | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ham | 1 | 9 | 7 |
| Brighton | 7 | 9 | 1 |
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec 2025 | Brighton | 1–1 | West Ham |
| 26 Apr 2025 | Brighton | 3–2 | West Ham |
| 21 Dec 2024 | West Ham | 1–1 | Brighton |
| 02 Jan 2024 | West Ham | 0–0 | Brighton |
| 26 Aug 2023 | Brighton | 1–3 | West Ham |
Draws have dominated this fixture, with three of the last five meetings ending level.
Top Scorers
- West Ham: Jarrod Bowen – 5 goals, 1 assist (18 matches)
- Brighton: Danny Welbeck – 7 goals (17 matches)
Both sides will look to their experienced forwards to break the deadlock in what could be a low-scoring affair.
Predicted Lineups – West Ham vs Brighton
West Ham (4-3-1-2)
Alphonse Areola – Kyle Walker-Peters, Jean-Clair Todibo, Max Kilman, Oliver Scarles – Mateus Fernandes, Freddie Potts, Soungoutou Magassa – Lucas Paquetá – Jarrod Bowen, Crysencio Summerville
Brighton (4-2-3-1)
Bart Verbruggen – Mats Wieffer, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadioglu – Yasin Ayari, Jack Hinshelwood – Yankuba Minteh, Georginio Rutter, Kaoru Mitoma – Danny Welbeck
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| West Ham | Wan-Bissaka, Malick Diouf | International duty |
| Igor Julio | Suspension | |
| Brighton | Carlos Baleba | International duty |
| Adam Webster, Solly March, Stefanos Tzimas | Injury |
Both teams are missing key squad players, though Brighton’s depth in wide areas remains relatively strong.
Statistical Projection – West Ham vs Brighton
| Metric | West Ham | Brighton |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Shots on Target | 3–5 | 4–6 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.1–1.4 | 1.2–1.5 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 22% | 24% |
| Corners | 4–6 | 5–7 |
| Most Likely Scorer | Jarrod Bowen | Danny Welbeck |
Prediction Summary – West Ham vs Brighton
Why West Ham Could Win
- Home advantage at the London Stadium
- Creativity of Paquetá between the lines
- Bowen’s ability to score in tight matches
Why Brighton Could Compete
- Strong possession-based system
- Wide threats from Mitoma and Minteh
- Positive recent head-to-head record
Both sides are low on confidence, and with recent history heavily favoring draws, this fixture looks finely balanced.
Final Score Prediction : West Ham 1–1 Brighton
Likely Scorers: Jarrod Bowen, Danny Welbeck
Confidence Levels
- West Ham Win – 31%
- Draw – 38%
- Brighton Win – 31%
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Betting Insight by E2bet
With both teams struggling for wins and a strong draw trend in recent meetings, backing a stalemate or low-goal market offers value.
Bet Tips:
- Draw
- Under 2.5 Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Jarrod Bowen
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FAQs – West Ham vs Brighton
1.What time is West Ham vs Brighton?
Kick-off is at 01:00 am on Wednesday, 31 December 2025, at the London Stadium, London.
2.What is West Ham’s current form?
West Ham are winless in their last five league matches, with three losses and two draws.
3.What is the predicted score for West Ham vs Brighton?
The most likely result is a 1–1 draw.