Event Details
- Date and Time: Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 2:30 PM EDT
- Venue: Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton, England
- Competition: EFL Cup
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Wolverhampton vs West Ham United | Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 2:30 PM EDT |
| Wolverhampton Odds | +138 |
| West Ham United Odds | +183 |
| Draw | +258 |
| Over 2.5 | -135 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Wolverhampton vs West Ham United Preview and Team News
Wolverhampton Team News
Vitor Pereira’s Wolverhampton open their EFL Cup campaign in the second round. The competition allows the players to play without the pressure they’ve endured in the Premier League. Pereira is expected to stick with the 3-4-3 formation, which served his side well throughout last season.
However, the key departures in the wing-back areas have left gaping holes in both defensive and offensive areas. The coach is likely to experiment with his options in the cup on Tuesday, as Premier League survival remains the main aim for 2025-26.
The long-term future of Strand Larsen has been making headlines this week, as the striker is being linked with a move to Newcastle United. Andre is likely to be rested on Tuesday, while Jhon Arias may be handed a first home start.
Wolverhampton predicted lineup vs West Ham United (3-4-3): Johnstone; S. Bueno, Agbadou, H. Bueno; Doherty, J. Gomes, Mosquera, Wolfe; Hee-chan, Arias, Lopez.
West Ham United Team News
The pressure is mounting on Graham Potter after a disastrous start to the new Premier League season. West Ham have already conceded nine goals in their two matches and scored just once.
Potter’s future will likely hinge on Premier League results, meaning that the coach could experiment with his squad in the EFL Cup on Tuesday. Areola is expected to start in goal after Hermansen allowed five in the 5-1 defeat against Chelsea. Callum Wilson is also pushing for his first start for the East London club.
Potter is likely to stick with the 3-4-1-2 formation, but finding the right balance in the system is key to their chances of a positive result.
West Ham United predicted lineup vs Wolverhampton (3-4-1-2): Areola; Kilman, Aguerd, Todibo; Walker-Peters, Ward-Prowse, Potts, Diouf; Paqueta; Bowen, Wilson.
Wolverhampton vs West Ham United Prediction
- Pick: Wolverhampton to win
- Odds: +138 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Wolverhampton 2-1 West Ham United
The main focus for both teams is Premier League survival, but there’s limited evidence so far to suggest either will comfortably pull clear of the drop zone.
West Ham’s weak defensive performance is evident, while Wolverhampton conceded four goals to Manchester City and one goal to Bournemouth.
With both managers likely to make changes, the hosts’ slightly better squad depth could prove decisive.
Wolverhampton vs West Ham United Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Over 2.5 Goals
- Odds: -135 (20Bet)
Both sides’ defensive weaknesses are worth noting before making a pick this weekend. The trends indicate that over 2.5 goals are likely to be scored.
That case is strengthened by recent history, as four of the last five head-to-head meetings between the teams have seen that benchmark breached.
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