West Ham United vs Celta Vigo Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Pre-Season Friendlies 2024

The Hammers host Celta Vigo for their first-ever encounter.

Despite an auspicious start to the 2023-24 Premier League campaign, West Ham United ultimately finished in a modest ninth place. Their season was marred by a series of erratic performances and untimely defeats. The club’s pre-season began on a promising note with a draw against Ferencváros, followed by a victory over Dag & Red.

However, their momentum faltered with back-to-back losses to Premier League rivals Wolverhampton and Crystal Palace. As they approach their next fixture, West Ham United will be keen to rekindle their winning form with a triumph over the Spanish side Celta Vigo at the London Stadium.

Celta Vigo, on the other hand, have enjoyed a commendable pre-season run. After a 13th-place finish in LaLiga last season, which saw them precariously close to the relegation zone, Celta Vigo are eager to make a statement in the upcoming season. Their pre-season efforts began with a 2-2 draw against Benfica, followed by a resounding 4-0 win over Vizela.

Subsequently, they won against Sporting Dijon and Gil Vicente. Although they stumbled in a 3-1 defeat to LOSC Lille, Celta Vigo quickly regained their footing with a win over Luton Town in their latest match.

Both teams possess the quality and capability to outshine the other, making this clash a one to watch. With their contrasting forms and aspirations, the match promises to be a thrilling spectacle, replete with exciting moments and potential goals. West Ham United will be desperate to restore their winning ways and dazzle their supporters at the London Stadium, while Celta Vigo will be resolute in their pursuit of victory against the London-based club.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 10 August 2024 at 7:30 PM IST

Location: London Stadium, London, UK

Form:

West Ham (in all competitions): L-L-W-D-L

Celta Vigo (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-W

Players to watch:

James Ward-Prowse (West Ham United)

Whenever the list of the best current free-kick takers in modern football is discussed, James Ward-Prowse’s name inevitably tops the list. The 29-year-old English midfielder from Portsmouth joined Southampton in 2011 and has since been one of the most faithful and loyal players for the Saints. After rendering his services for 12 years, making a record-breaking 344 appearances for the club and netting 49 goals, he finally bid farewell following their relegation to the Championship in 2023.

The experienced veteran then joined the London-based outfit West Ham United in 2023 on a four-year contract. In his debut, he contributed two assists, which he described as a “dream debut.” His direct corner kick goal against Wolverhampton Wanderers in April 2024 still brings joy to the faces of West Ham United fans. Ward-Prowse has been widely praised by legendary manager Pep Guardiola, who described him as the best free-kick taker he has ever seen in his life.

Jailson (Celta Vigo)

The 5-foot-10-inch Brazilian defensive midfielder from Cacapava do Sul began his footballing journey with Chapecoense in 2015. After being loaned from Grêmio, he joined the Turkish Super League club Fenerbahçe SK in 2018, where he made over 46 appearances and netted three goals.

Following stints with Dalian Pro and Palmeiras, he joined the Spanish outfit Celta Vigo in 2024. His contract with Celta Vigo is set to keep him at the club until June 2025. He was part of the Grêmio team that won the Copa do Brasil in 2016 and finished as runner-up in the FIFA Club World Cup in 2017.

Match facts:

• West Ham are coming after a 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace.
• West Ham won a solitary game in their last five matches.
• Celta Vigo won four out of their last five matches.

West Ham United vs Celta Vigo: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Match to end in a draw.
• Tip 2: Ward-Prowse to score or assist.
• Tip 3: Both teams to score.

Injury and team news:

Julen Lopetegui will have the luxury to pick his best combination from a fully fit and available side.

Celta Vigo’s players are also immune from any sort of injury concerns.

Head to head

West Ham United and Celta Vigo will lock horns against each other for the first time ever. This could be the first of many encounters between these two sides.

Predicted lineup:

West Ham United FC predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Fabianski (GK); Mavropanos, Kilman, Cresswell; Coufal, Potts, Soucek, Emerson; Kudus, Ward-Prowse; Antonio

Celta Vigo predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Vidal (GK); Rodriguez, Dominguez, Jailson, Ristic; Swedberg, D. Rodriguez, Sotelo; Alvarez, Iglesias, Gonzalez

Match prediction for West Ham vs Celta Vigo

Both sides are equally competent and capable of getting the better of each other. We expect this match to be a goal-frenzy encounter where both sides will nullify each other’s threat and end in a draw.

Predictions: West Ham 3-3 Celta Vigo

Telecast for West Ham vs Celta Vigo

Norway: VG+

Russia: Okko Sport

USA: ESPN

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