West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: match statistics
West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
West Ham United played against Wolverhampton Wanderers in Championship (England). The game was played on September 1, 2026. Venue: London Stadium. Final score: 4:2.
Recent form
West Ham United has 0 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 0.67 points per game. Wolverhampton Wanderers has 2 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.33 points per game.
Scoring records
West Ham United scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.67. Wolverhampton Wanderers scores 3.00 and allows 1.33. Games in this league average 3.03 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 100% of West Ham United's games and 100% of Wolverhampton Wanderers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 67% and 100%, compared with league averages of 78% for BTTS and 75% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Wolverhampton Wanderers has the higher season xG average, 1.81 to 1.77 per game. West Ham United takes 16.3 shots per game, while Wolverhampton Wanderers takes 17.3.
First-half and second-half trends
West Ham United leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Wolverhampton Wanderers leads at halftime in 67% and scores 1.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
West Ham United's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (2 goals). For Wolverhampton Wanderers, it is minutes 16-30 (3 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 3.03 goals. Both teams score in 78% of games, and 75% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Wolverhampton sit 5th, while West Ham are 18th, with the visitors collecting 7 points from their two matches so far compared with the hosts’ 1 point. Wolves are particularly dangerous away from home: they won their only away match, scored an average of 3 goals and conceded just 1, while converting 19% of their shots. West Ham lost their only home game despite dominating with 78% possession and as many as 25 shots, as they convert just 4% of their attempts and concede an average of 2 goals. However, the hosts are creating quality chances, as reflected by an xG of 2.80 despite scoring only 1 goal, so they could find the net. Wolves’ stronger run in their last five matches, with 3 wins and an average of 2.2 goals, combined with greater efficiency in front of goal, points to an away win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The BTTS - Yes signal is very strong, as both teams have recorded a “both teams to score” result in 100% of their matches this season, and neither has kept a clean sheet. West Ham average 2.0 goals scored and 2.0 conceded, while Wolverhampton score as many as 3.0 goals per match and concede an average of 1.0. In their last five matches, the teams have scored an identical 11 goals each, averaging 2.2 per game, while the hosts conceded 1.4 goals, increasing the visitors’ chances of finding the net. Their creative potential is also high: average xG stands at 1.66 for West Ham and 1.52 for Wolves, with the hosts conceding 1.48 xG. Even despite Wolverhampton’s recent defensive improvement, the league records BTTS in 79% of matches, making it more likely that both sides will score.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
The model projects 3.05 goals, as West Ham’s average xG stands at 1.82 compared with the 1.23 xG conceded by Wolves, while Wolves generate an average of 1.66 xG against the hosts’ 1.24 xG conceded. In their last five matches, both teams have scored 2.2 goals per game, while West Ham have conceded 1.4 and Wolves 1.0 goals. The 2.5-goal line has been surpassed in 4 of the last 5 matches for each team, and the league average of 2.88 goals also supports the prospect of an open game. Additionally, both teams have scored in every match so far, with West Ham and Wolves each recording 100% of matches featuring goals from both sides in the season data. However, the strongest selection remains Over 1.5, as even with a cautious adjustment to the high attacking metrics, the projection clearly exceeds the two-goal threshold.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The strongest signal points to Wolverhampton leading at the break and maintaining their advantage until full time: the visitors have won 3 of their last 5 matches, compared with West Ham’s 2. Wolverhampton have taken the lead before half-time in 60% of their recent matches, scoring an average of 1.6 goals in that period compared with the hosts’ 1.0. The visitors are also more clinical in front of goal, converting 19% of their shots into goals versus West Ham’s 11%, while averaging 5 shots on target compared with 3. West Ham have a case after the interval, averaging 1.2 goals in the second halves of their last five matches, which is why draw or turnaround scenarios retain a significant share of the probability. Nevertheless, Wolverhampton’s stronger defensive record in the latest run, conceding an average of 1.0 goals compared with the hosts’ 1.4, reinforces the 2/2 scenario.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| West Ham United | Wolverhampton Wanderers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 24% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.10 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.56 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Wolverhampton Wanderers is 248% better for: last-5 form.
0.67 pts / game - West Ham United · 2.33 pts / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Wolverhampton Wanderers is 126% better for: goals scored per game.
1.33 goals / game - West Ham United · 3 goals / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolverhampton Wanderers is 26% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.67 goals / game - West Ham United · 1.33 goals / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers
West Ham United scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 games), while Wolverhampton Wanderers keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 3 games).
Wolverhampton Wanderers scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 games), while West Ham United keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 3 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - West Ham United
Over / Under - Wolverhampton Wanderers
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Wolverhampton Wanderers is 75% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.33 pts / game - West Ham United · 2.33 pts / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
West Ham United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 0%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Wolverhampton Wanderers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 67% of games and wins 67%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.33 | 0.67 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.3 | 1.7 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 67% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 33% |
| Clean sheet | 33% | 33% |
| No goal | 33% | 33% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.33 | 2.33 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.3 | 1.7 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 2.3 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 67% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 33% | 33% |
| Clean sheet | 33% | 33% |
| No goal | 0% | 0% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (2 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (3 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
West Ham United
Wolverhampton Wanderers
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| West Ham United | Liga | Wolverhampton Wanderers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 3.00 | 3.03 | ▲ 4.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 100% | 78% | ▲ 100% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 67% | 75% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 15% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 100% | 78% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 67% | 81% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from West Ham United's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Games average 3.50 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers?
The Championship match finished West Ham United 4:2 Wolverhampton Wanderers. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches West Ham United won 1, Wolverhampton Wanderers won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers?
West Ham United score 1.33 goals per game on average and Wolverhampton Wanderers 3.00. The Championship average is 3.03 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 75% of games. Both teams score in 100% of West Ham United's matches and 100% of Wolverhampton Wanderers's.
What form are West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers in?
Over the last 5 games West Ham United have a 0-2-1 record (0.67 points per game) and Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1-0 (2.33 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for West Ham United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.