West Ham United face Brighton & Hove Albion in a Premier League clash. West Ham's recent form shows a mixed bag, with two wins, three draws, and five losses in their last ten matches, indicating a need for improvement. Brighton's performance in the same period is similar, recording three wins, three draws, and four losses, suggesting a somewhat inconsistent run. Considering the competition's intensity, Brighton might shift focus to upcoming matches. Their defense is strong, consistently scoring, but their attacking performance has shown vulnerabilities, especially in away games. West Ham's form has seen a slight upturn recently. Brighton's recent performances have been notable, primarily due to their improved defense. West Ham's defense has shown some inconsistencies. Historically, in their four previous encounters, West Ham has one win and three draws, giving them a slight edge. Both teams appear to be in reasonable form, with strong attacks but some defensive concerns. The match will test which team can best leverage its strengths to secure a victory. Recommendation: Brighton Hove Albion -0.25 Score prediction: 1-2