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Newcastle United vs West Ham United predictions, May 17, 2026

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As Newcastle United prepares to host West Ham United on May 17, 2026, both teams come into this matchup with mixed recent form. Newcastle has struggled, managing just one victory in their last five matches, which may impact their confidence on home turf. Conversely, West Ham has found slightly better fortunes, securing two wins in the same period, suggesting they might be in a more favorable mental state heading into this encounter.

Tactically, Newcastle’s strengths lie in their ability to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities through wide play. However, their recent inconsistencies could hinder their effectiveness against a disciplined West Ham side known for robust defensive organization and counter-attacking prowess.

The bookmakers have priced Newcastle as favorites at odds of 2.08, while West Ham sits at 3.26. Predictions suggest a close contest, with a 47.2% probability of a home win compared to 28.9% for an away victory. A draw at 24.9% also looms as a plausible outcome, with a predicted final score of 1:1. Given the current dynamics, fans can expect a tightly contested match, but definitive outcomes remain uncertain.

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Newcastle
47.4%
Draw
24.7%
West Ham
27.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.03 4.1 3.63
2.05 3.8 3.45
2.05 3.9 3.68 Watch and Bet
2 3.8 3.2
2.1 3.99 3.29

Latest Results

10.05.26 Nottingham Forest – Newcastle United – 1:1
02.05.26 Newcastle United – Brighton & Hove Albion – 3:1
25.04.26 Arsenal FC – Newcastle United – 1:0
18.04.26 Newcastle United – AFC Bournemouth – 1:2
12.04.26 Crystal Palace – Newcastle United – 2:1
10.05.26 West Ham United – Arsenal FC – 0:1
02.05.26 Brentford FC – West Ham United – 3:0
25.04.26 West Ham United – Everton – 2:1
20.04.26 Crystal Palace – West Ham United – 0:0
10.04.26 West Ham United – Wolverhampton Wanderers – 4:0

Facts

  • This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 13 and 18 in the zone Relegation ~ Championship).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Newcastle won 2.
  • Recent form of Newcastle has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • West Ham has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Newcastle is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Newcastle won 10 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 36:33. (average 1.8:1.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Newcastle won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 18:18. (average 1.8:1.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.11.25 West Ham United – Newcastle United – 3:1
    10.03.25 West Ham United – Newcastle United – 0:1
    25.11.24 Newcastle United – West Ham United – 0:2
    30.03.24 Newcastle United – West Ham United – 4:3
    08.10.23 West Ham United – Newcastle United – 2:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Arsenal ✔ 36 24 7 5 68:26 42 79
    2 Manchester City ✔ 35 22 8 5 72:32 40 74
    3 Manchester Utd ✔ 36 18 11 7 63:48 15 65
    4 Liverpool 36 17 8 11 60:48 12 59
    5 Aston Villa 36 17 8 11 50:46 4 59
    6 Bournemouth 36 13 16 7 56:52 4 55
    7 Brighton 36 14 11 11 52:42 10 53
    8 Brentford 36 14 9 13 52:49 3 51
    9 Chelsea 36 13 10 13 55:49 6 49
    10 Everton 36 13 10 13 46:46 0 49
    11 Fulham 36 14 6 16 44:50 -6 48
    12 Sunderland 36 12 12 12 37:46 -9 48
    13 Newcastle 36 13 7 16 50:52 -2 46
    14 Crystal Palace 35 11 11 13 38:44 -6 44
    15 Nottingham 36 11 10 15 45:47 -2 43
    16 Leeds 35 10 13 12 47:52 -5 43
    17 Tottenham 35 9 10 16 45:54 -9 37
    18 West Ham 36 9 9 18 42:62 -20 36
    19 Burnley ✔ 36 4 9 23 37:73 -36 21
    20 Wolves ✔ 36 3 9 24 25:66 -41 18

    English Premier League Outrights

    1. Arsenal: 1.15 (82.86%)

    2. Manchester City: 5.57 (17.14%)

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