On Wednesday, from 19:45 pm, Oxford United receives a visit from West Ham United at Kassam Stadium. For the hosts it is a historic duel, which could bring them a miraculous qualification in the next phase. From this game, only “hammers” could be lost!
Although he has a very small chance of winning, West Ham cannot be considered a reliable soloist in this phase of the competition. In previous years, under the command of Manuel Pellegrini, the Londoners have suffered surprising setbacks, including in front of AFC Wimbledon, the team not far from Oxford. The hosts will defend themselves in front of WHU.
Without Antonio, Lanzini and Reid, West Ham achieved a great result at the weekend, when they beat Manchester United at home (2-0). The euphoria of this match could affect the concentration of favorites, and West Ham will definitely have reserves on the field on Wednesday. Instead, Oxford will be extra-motivated for the duel with the Premier League rival, and the advantage of its own ground could balance the dispute between the two teams.
Oxford comes after impressive victories in the fourth league (League Two), with Tranmere Rovers (3-0) and Lincoln (6-0), but also after a draw with Bolton (0-0). So, Oxford escaped without a goal in the last three games! On the opposite side, West Ham has four successes in the last five official matches and has delighted its fans with the recent developments. Before the victory with Man. United, the “hammers” also passed Norwich (2-0) and Watford (3-1), drawing with Aston Villa (0-0). We will bet on a balanced first half, in which the hosts will defend carefully.
PREDICTION: West Ham to win @ 1,50
