Main prediction: West Ham to win in regular time
Alternative tip: double chance West Ham
Other market: over 10.5 corners
A clash with history. Bolton Wanderers and West Ham are synonymous with rivalry and now they meet again this 08/09, at Toughsheet Community Stadium (University of Bolton Stadium), at 20:00.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Bolton Wanderers have won 1 time(s). West Ham have won 3. West Ham have a 55.56% probability of winning according to the sportsbooks.
Check out the probable line-ups here, where to watch and the prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham in the EFL Championship 2026/27.
Prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
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Overview Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
West Ham are favourites, with a 55.56% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a West Ham United F.C. win are at 1.8 and a draw at 4.348.
In the English Championship, Bolton Wanderers have accumulated 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 5 conceded. Samuel George Dalby leads the scoring chart with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, West Ham have accumulated 1 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 8 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded, with Divine Mukasa as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham
In 10 clashes, Bolton Wanderers have the advantage over West Ham: 8 win(s) against 1 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 09/04/2011, in the Premier League. Bolton Wanderers won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Bolton Wanderers: current form
Bolton Wanderers are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the EFL Championship 2026/27:
1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
Performance: 1 point(s) per match
4 goals scored (1 per match)
Top scorer: Samuel George Dalby (2 goal(s))
West Ham: current form
On the other side, West Ham also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.6 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the EFL Championship:
1 win(s), 2 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.25 point(s) per match
8 goals scored (2 per match)
Top scorer: Divine Mukasa (2 goal(s))
Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham key players
In the EFL Championship, Samuel George Dalby carries Bolton Wanderers Football Club Limited's attack with 2 goal(s).
The playmaker is Thierry Gale, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Mason Burstow has 12 goal(s).
On the other side, Divine Mukasa is the name that frightens the most for WHUFC with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Jarrod Bowen leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Jarrod Bowen has accumulated 9 goal(s).
Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham statistics in the EFL Championship
Bolton Wanderers have an average of 11 corners and 1.5 cards per match. Meanwhile, West Ham have 12.25 corners and 2.25 cards. See the numbers for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham in the table below.
Bolton Wanderers
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L D W |
0.8 |
| Home | L W W W L |
1.8 |
| Away | L L D L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.6 | 2 | 3 |
| Scored | 0.8 | 1 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 1.8 | 1 | 2.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.53 | 2 | 1.22 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 0.96 | 1.75 |
West Ham
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D W L |
2 |
| Home | W W L W W |
2.4 |
| Away | D W D L L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 67% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.6 | 4 | 3 |
| Scored | 2.2 | 2.67 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.4 | 1.33 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 80% | 67% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 67% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.77 | 2.13 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.34 | 1.09 | 1.73 |
More tips for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
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Correct score prediction for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
West Ham are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: Bolton Wanderers 0-1 West Ham. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
Check out where to watch the live match between West Ham and Bolton Wanderers:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Bolton Wanderers and West Ham
The line-ups for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Bolton Wanderers Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Jack Bonham
Goalkeeper
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3
Chris Forino-Joseph
Defender
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4
Xavier Simons
Midfielder
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5
Lewis Brunt
Defender
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6
Ben Davies
Defender
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8
Josh Sheehan
Midfielder
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10
Samuel George Dalby
Forward
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11
Thierry Gale
Forward
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14
Akin Famewo
Defender
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16
Samuel Iling
Forward
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45
John Mcatee
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
West Ham United F.C. line-up
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1
Mads Hermansen
Goalkeeper
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3
Max Kilman
Defender
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7
Arne Engels
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9
Joël Piroe
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10
Manor Solomon
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11
Valentín Castellanos
Forward
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14
Divine Mukasa
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15
Konstantinos Mavropanos
Defender
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20
Jarrod Bowen
Forward
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30
Oliver Scarles
Defender
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34
Joël Veltman
Defender
The West Ham starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
Match: Bolton Wanderers vs West Ham
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 08/09/2026
Time: 20:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Toughsheet Community Stadium (University of Bolton Stadium)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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