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Liverpool vs West Ham — Premier League Prediction 28 February 2026

Liverpool
Liverpool
Premier League
2
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0
schedule 28 Feb, 15:00 · Referee: Tim Robinson (England)
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 30 May 2026

West Ham
West Ham
Final result
5 – 2
CoachAI prediction
2 – 0
✓ Outcome correct
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Coach AI predicts a score of 2-0 for Liverpool vs West Ham in the Premier League. Liverpool is the favourite with a 68% win probability. West Ham has a 14% chance of winning and 18% ends in a draw. See the full analysis, injuries and score matrix below.

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Liverpool vs West Ham

This is a high-stakes clash at both ends of the table: Liverpool (6th) is fighting for a Champions League spot, while West Ham (18th) is in a desperate battle for survival. Historically, West Ham has a dismal record at Anfield, winning only once in 52 attempts. Weather conditions are expected to be mild (11°C) and dry by kickoff, favoring Liverpool's ball-retention game.

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Match Scenario's

Three most likely match scenarios

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Scenario Explanation

1 draw, capitalizing on the absence of Liverpool's creative spark (Wirtz). A low-probability scenario (10%) sees West Ham stealing a 0-1 win on a set-piece or counter-attack through Jarrod Bowen, though their lack of away goals makes this unlikely.
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Current Standings

Position in the competition

Pos Team Pld W D L GD Pts
3 Manchester United FC 38 20 11 7 +19 71
4 Aston Villa FC 38 19 8 11 +7 65
5 Liverpool FC 38 17 9 12 +10 60
6 AFC Bournemouth 38 13 18 7 +4 57
7 Sunderland AFC 38 14 12 12 -6 54
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16 Nottingham Forest FC 38 11 11 16 -3 44
17 Tottenham Hotspur FC 38 10 11 17 -9 41
18 West Ham United FC 38 10 9 19 -19 39
19 Burnley FC 38 4 10 24 -37 22
20 Wolverhampton Wanderers FC 38 3 11 24 -41 20
Liverpool
West Ham

Projected xG by CoachAI

2.15

Home xG

1.05

Away xG

Upset Chance

Low

Risk of unexpected result

Liverpool Recent Form — Last 5

4 W · 0 D · 1 L
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22/2 Nottingham Forest FC 0-1 Liverpool FC W 1.80
11/2 Sunderland AFC 0-1 Liverpool FC W 1.78
8/2 Liverpool FC 1-2 Manchester City FC L 1.88
31/1 Liverpool FC 4-1 Newcastle United FC W 1.92
28/1 Liverpool FC 6-0 Qarabağ Ağdam FK W 2.35

West Ham Recent Form — Last 5

2 W · 2 D · 1 L
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21/2 West Ham United FC 0-0 AFC Bournemouth D 1.48
10/2 West Ham United FC 1-1 Manchester United FC D 1.55
7/2 Burnley FC 0-2 West Ham United FC W 1.45
31/1 Chelsea FC 3-2 West Ham United FC L 1.05
24/1 West Ham United FC 3-1 Sunderland AFC W 1.57
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Key Factors

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Liverpool xG Divergence: Recent data shows Liverpool consistently creating 1.80+ xG but only scoring 1.0 goals. A return to home efficiency at Anfield is likely.

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West Ham's Low Block: Now managed by Nuno Espírito Santo and sitting 18th, the Hammers have pivoted to an ultra-defensive style, conceding only 1 goal in their last 180 minutes of play.

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Absence of Florian Wirtz: Liverpool's primary creative engine is out with a back injury, forcing Dominik Szoboszlai into the #10 role, which may slow down their transition speed against a parked bus.

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Injuries & Absentees

Liverpool is significantly weakened with Florian Wirtz (back) and Alexander Isak (leg) unavailable. The lack of Wirtz reduces their central creativity, while the absence of Bradley and Leoni leaves a gap at right-back, likely filled by Joe Gomez. West Ham is missing Freddie Potts (suspension) and Pablo Felipe, but their core defensive unit remains intact.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What is the Coach AI prediction for Liverpool vs West Ham?

Coach AI predicts a score of 2-0 with a win probability of 68% for Liverpool, 18% draw and 14% for West Ham.

What is the recent form of Liverpool and West Ham?

Liverpool form (last 5): 4W-0D-1L. West Ham form (last 5): 2W-2D-1L.

What are the injury and suspension updates for Liverpool vs West Ham?

Liverpool is significantly weakened with Florian Wirtz (back) and Alexander Isak (leg) unavailable. The lack of Wirtz reduces their central creativity, while the absence of Bradley and Leoni leaves a gap at right-back, likely filled by Joe Gomez. West Ham is missing Freddie Potts (suspension) and Pablo Felipe, but their core defensive unit remains intact.

What are the current standings for Liverpool and West Ham in the Premier League?

Liverpool are 5th in the Premier League with 60 points from 38 games. West Ham are 18th with 39 points from 38 games.

What time does Liverpool vs West Ham kick off?

Liverpool vs West Ham kicks off on Saturday, 28 February 2026 at 16:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.

Who is the referee for Liverpool vs West Ham?

The referee for Liverpool vs West Ham in the Premier League is Tim Robinson.

What are the key factors for Liverpool vs West Ham?

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Liverpool vs West Ham: 1. Liverpool xG Divergence: Recent data shows Liverpool consistently creating 1.80+ xG but only scoring 1.0 goals. A return to home efficiency at Anfield is likely. 2. West Ham's Low Block: Now managed by Nuno Espírito Santo and sitting 18th, the Hammers have pivoted to an ultra-defensive style, conceding only 1 goal in their last 180 minutes of play. 3. Absence of Florian Wirtz: Liverpool's primary creative engine is out with a back injury, forcing Dominik Szoboszlai into the #10 role, which may slow down their transition speed against a parked bus..

How does Coach AI predict this match?

Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.

How often are these football predictions updated?

Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.

How accurate are the Coach AI predictions?

Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction — significantly above the market average.

What is Coach AI's track record?

Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.

What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.