The upcoming Premier League match between West Ham United and Brighton Hove Albion presents an intriguing tactical battle. Analyzing recent form, injury concerns, and the available odds provides a framework for informed predictions. West Ham's recent form shows inconsistency. Their last five matches reveal a mixed bag of results, including a loss to Fulham, a heavy defeat against Manchester City, and a home loss to Aston Villa. Their attack seems to be struggling. While they managed a draw against Manchester United, the overall picture suggests a team that is not at its peak. The Hammers' defensive record is also a concern, as they have conceded goals in most of their recent games. Brighton, in contrast, shows a slightly more stable performance, though their recent results have been mixed as well. A narrow loss against Arsenal is not a bad result, and their draw with Sunderland hints at their defensive capabilities. However, a defeat against Liverpool and a high-scoring loss against Aston Villa are cause for caution. Brighton's ability to score goals consistently provides them with an edge. Injury data suggests both teams are carrying injuries, impacting their squad depth and potentially altering tactical approaches. West Ham has at least one confirmed injury, whereas Brighton has several key players unavailable. These injuries could significantly affect team selection and on-field performance. Considering the match odds, the bookmakers favour Brighton. The odds suggest a higher probability of a Brighton win, with a draw being less likely. The Asian Handicap further reinforces this view, with Brighton being given a slight advantage. The over/under market leans towards a lower-scoring game, possibly due to defensive considerations and the impact of injuries. Based on these factors, the prediction favours Brighton to win. Their slightly more consistent offensive performance and the perceived defensive issues of West Ham contribute to this prediction. The Asian Handicap pick reflects Brighton's expected advantage. Considering the recent defensive records of both teams and the injury concerns, the Under 2.75 goals prediction seems prudent. This reflects a likely tightly contested match. In conclusion, the match is expected to be closely contested, with Brighton likely taking the win. The Under 2.75 goals market is also a good pick, reflecting the potential for a low-scoring encounter due to defensive strengths and injury setbacks. The bookmakers' odds and the recent performances of both teams justify the predictions, aiming to provide a calculated perspective on the match outcome.