West Ham United's season sees them averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.8 goals conceded per Premier League match, with a home win rate of approximately 40%. Fulham, on the other hand, averages 1.6 goals scored and 1.9 goals conceded, boasting a 25% win rate away from home. Tactically, West Ham United relies on Lucas Paqueta's organisation and Jarrod Bowen's attacking runs down the right flank, employing a direct style of play and excelling in set-piece situations. Under Marco Silva, Fulham emphasises possession-based football, with an average of 52% possession, and Andreas Pereira and Alex Iwobi as key creators. Historically, the two teams have traded victories. The match will see West Ham United's aerial advantage at home go up against Fulham's ground-based control. West Ham United currently occupies a mid-table position, with an average of 13 shots per home match, while conceding nearly 2 goals per game, indicating a need for improved defensive stability. Fulham is similarly ranked, managing 12 shots per away game but also conceding a high number of goals. West Ham United often employs a 4-2-3-1 formation, utilising Mohammed Kudus and Jarrod Bowen's ability to cut inside, though their midfield defensive cover can be wanting. Fulham tends to favour a 4-3-3 system, emphasising crosses from the full-backs, with Rodrigo Muniz and Willian important in attack; however, their defence can be vulnerable to quick counter-attacks. In terms of recent form, West Ham United has won 3 of their last 5 home matches, whereas Fulham has managed only 1 win in their last 6 league games, making their away form appear weak. A key area will be the midfield battle, where Tomas Soucek of West Ham United will clash with Joao Palhinha of Fulham, impacting the game's rhythm. The teams' focus on defending set pieces will also be put to the test.