Wolves vs West Ham Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | EFL Cup

Wolves vs West Ham Preview

• Competition: EFL Cup
• Date: Tuesday, 26 August 2025
• Kick-off Time: 6:30 pm GMT
• Venue: Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

The second round of the 2025/26 EFL Cup season will include Wolves welcoming West Ham United at the renowned Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton on Tuesday evening. It will be a break from the league action for football fans as well as the teams. Both clubs are a part of the Premier League currently. Wolves are in the 19th position while West Ham is at the bottom, leaving the two sides in dire need of a victory. The Wolves vs West Ham fixture will be a crucial one for both sides, with an early elimination catastrophic for the clubs.

The recent form of Wolverhampton Wanderers has been atrocious. In the last six games, the club has endured a draw and five defeats. Last season, Wolves were fortunate to avoid relegation, finishing in 16th place. The signs, though, were crystal clear that a complete revamp was due in the summer transfer window. Unfortunately, that has not been the case with Wolves, managing only a modest transfer window in addition to losing some key individuals. Fans will be desperate to see the coaching staff and the players put in the effort to bring the team back into the position it belongs.

West Ham displayed some promising signs in the pre-season friendlies. Nonetheless, those performances have not carried forward into the start of the Premier League campaign. Sunderland and Chelsea have already handed out heavy defeats to the Hammers. Graham Potter's men have conceded eight goals in the opening two games whilst scoring only one. With the appointment of the former Brighton man, there was great anticipation of West Ham United mounting a serious challenge in the top half of the table. Potter is now barely holding onto his role as the West Ham boss and has reportedly been given an ultimatum by the club to reverse the results.

Wolves Team News

Enso Gonzalez (Knee Injury) and Fabio Silva (Knock) will be the names absent for Wolverhampton Wanderers on Tuesday. Vitor Pereira will not be at liberty to rotate his squad, given the latest form. His priority will be to instill rhythm amongst his players.

West Ham Team News

Graham Potter will have to select his playing XI for the contest against Wolves, keeping in mind the injuries of Crysencio Summerville, George Earthy, and Luis Guilherme. The coach is expected to go in with a 3-4-1-2 formation.

Wolves vs West Ham Predicted Lineups

Here is a detailed overview of the Wolves vs West Ham Predicted Lineups:

Wolves Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Sa

Defenders: Doherty, Agbadou, Gomes

Midfielders: Hoever, Munetsi, Gomes, Wolfe

Forwards: Arias, Larsen, Bellegrade

West Ham Predicted Lineup (3-4-1-2)

Goalkeeper: Hermansen

Defenders: Todibo, Kilman, Aguerd

Midfielders: Wan-Bissaka, Ward-Prowse, Soucek, Diouf

Forwards: Paqueta, Bowen, Fulkrug

Wolves vs West Ham H2H Record

Overall, in the last five games between the two sides, Wolves have won a couple of encounters, while the remaining three saw West Ham as the victors.

Key Players to Watch in Wolves vs West Ham

Lucas Paqueta (West Ham)

West Ham's solitary goal of the season has been scored by Lucas Paqueta. The Brazilian has been a rare light of hope in the Hammers' camp this season. Graham Potter has entrusted him as the primary playmaker in his setup. Unfortunately for the supporters, Lucas Paqueta has become a subject of interest from top clubs in England, including Tottenham Hotspur. His profile is highlighted by dribbling prowess, creativity, as well as the ability to shoot from long distances.

Jarrod Bowen (West Ham)

Jarrod Bowen was in line to have a breakthrough season at West Ham, where the former Hull City man finally became the main man for the Hammers. The beginning of the season has been an underwhelming one for the 28-year-old. Bowen has become a seasoned English international as well and will need to step up. West Ham's goalscoring problem will require Jarrod Bowen to function smoothly with Niklas Fullkrug and take up the extra ounce of responsibility.

Wolves vs West Ham Prediction

It will be a contest between two clubs that are struggling for consistency. Wolves and West Ham have suffered horrendous starts to the season. The deciding factor will ultimately come down to individual quality and taking the upper hand over the decisive moments.

Here is a detailed overview of the Wolves vs West Ham Prediction

Predicted Score: Wolves 1-2 West Ham

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