Kick Off: 18:30 BST
Venue: London Stadium, London
Referee: Michael Oliver
On a crisp Sunday evening at the London Stadium, West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. produced a tense 1-1 draw in a Premier League London derby that was high on effort but low on attacking quality. Both sides, battling to steer clear of the relegation zone, had everything to play for. Spurs entered the tie 16th in the table, just a point above West Ham in 17th. The outcome of this match could shape their fate in the closing stretch of the 2024–25 season.
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Head-to-Head Overview
Coming into this encounter, West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. had been a hotly contested fixture in recent seasons. Of their previous five meetings:
- West Ham Wins: 2
- Tottenham Wins: 2
- Draws: 1
The last meeting ended in a narrow 1-0 win for Tottenham, but Sunday’s match would unfold very differently.
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Lineups and Substitutions
West Ham United Starting XI (4-2-3-1)
GK: Alphonse Areola
DEF: Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Jean-Clair Todibo, Max Kilman, Aaron Cresswell
MID: Tomáš Soucek, Lucas Paquetá
ATT MID: Mohammed Kudus, Niclas Füllkrug, Jarrod Bowen
FWD: Evan Ferguson
West Ham United Substitutes
- Vladimír Coufal ← Todibo (80’)
- James Ward-Prowse ← Paquetá (80’)
- Carlos Soler ← Soucek (80’)
- Konstantinos Mavropanos ← Cresswell (88’)
Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Starting XI (4-3-3)
GK: Guglielmo Vicario
DEF: Djed Spence, Kevin Danso, Ben Davies, Yves Bissouma
MID: Pape Sarr, Dejan Kulusevski, Mathys Tel
FWD: Richarlison, Wilson Odobert, Mikey Moore
Tottenham Hotspur Substitutes
- Mikey Moore ← Richarlison (68’)
Half-Time and Full-Time Details
- Half-Time Score: West Ham 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur
- Full-Time Score: West Ham 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Timeline
| Minute | Event |
| 15’ | Goal – Tottenham Hotspur: Wilson Odobert scores after an assist from Mathys Tel |
| 28’ | Goal – West Ham: Jarrod Bowen levels from an Aaron Wan-Bissaka pass |
| 73’ | Yellow card: Lucas Paquetá (WHU) |
| 80’ | Quadruple substitution by West Ham |
| 88’ | Yellow card: Mathys Tel (TOT) |
| 90+4’ | Ward-Prowse’s free-kick narrowly misses |
| FT | Final Score: 1-1 |
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Stats
| Stat | West Ham United | Tottenham Hotspur |
| Possession | 52% | 48% |
| Shots | 13 | 11 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 4 |
| Corners | 6 | 5 |
| Fouls Committed | 14 | 13 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Offsides | 3 | 4 |
| Saves Made | 3 | 4 |
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Detailed Commentary Summary
- Early Edge: Spurs capitalized on a defensive lapse in the 15th minute. Max Kilman failed to clear a routine ball, which allowed Mathys Tel to find Odobert for a neat finish.
- Bowen Strikes Back: Jarrod Bowen equalized in the 28th minute with a cool finish following a sharp assist from Wan-Bissaka.
- Vicario’s Heroics: Tottenham keeper Vicario denied Bowen in the 82nd minute with a stunning one-handed save after a James Ward-Prowse set-piece.
- Late Pressure: West Ham looked the likelier side to nick a winner late on but failed to convert promising set pieces and crosses.
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Scores, Fouls, and Goals Recap
In a tense clash between West Ham and Tottenham Hotspur, both teams shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw. Tottenham struck first in the 15th minute through Wilson Odobert, who finished off a neat assist from Mathys Tel. West Ham responded in the 28th minute when Jarrod Bowen found the net following a well-timed pass from Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The second half was marred by frequent fouls, disrupting the rhythm of play.
Notably, Lucas Paquetá received a yellow card in the 73rd minute for a clumsy challenge, while Mathys Tel was booked late in the 88th minute for a rough tackle. The result leaves Tottenham Hotspur in 16th place with 33 points, narrowly ahead of West Ham, who sit 17th with 32 points. With only a few fixtures remaining, both sides remain perilously close to the relegation zone, making every upcoming match critical to their survival hopes.
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Impact on Points Table
After the result of West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C.:
- Tottenham Hotspur remain 16th on the table with 33 points
- West Ham stay 17th with 32 points, one point adrift of Spurs
With only a few games left, both clubs are still in a precarious position—just above the relegation zone. A single win or loss could tilt the balance.
Player Achievements and Man of the Match
West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Man of the Match: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United)
- Goal Scored: 28’
- Chances Created: 3
- Shots on Target: 2
- Fan Vote Winner
Bowen once again proved to be West Ham’s talisman, scoring the equalizer and coming close on two more occasions.
Notable Performers
- Mathys Tel (Tottenham): Provided an assist, remained Spurs’ most dynamic attacker.
- Guglielmo Vicario (Tottenham): Vital saves kept Spurs level, especially against Bowen.
- Aaron Wan-Bissaka (West Ham): Solid defensively and provided the crucial assist.
The West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. clash ended all square, and while both teams showed intent, neither had the cutting edge to secure all three points. For West Ham, Bowen’s brilliance remains their best hope for survival, while Spurs will shift their focus to their Europa League semi-final with everything still to play for in the league.
FAQs
Who scored the goals in West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C.?
- Wilson Odobert (TOT, 15’)
- Jarrod Bowen (WHU, 28’)
Who was the Man of the Match in the West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C.?
- Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United), as voted by the fans and pundits.
What was the full-time score in the West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C.?
- West Ham 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Did Tottenham make many changes for this match?
- Yes, Spurs made 8 changes from their midweek Europa League lineup.
How did this result affect the Premier League table?
- Spurs stayed 16th with 33 points.
- West Ham remained 17th with 32 points.
Which players stood out in the West Ham vs Tottenham Hotspur F.C. match?
- Jarrod Bowen (WHU), Mathys Tel (TOT), and Guglielmo Vicario (TOT) were the standout performers.
