West Ham United will face a tough challenge as they meet reigning champions Liverpool in the EFL Cup at Anfield on Wednesday evening. The Hammers are looking for a major upset after a disappointing 3-0 loss to Chelsea, having only narrowly defeated Bournemouth 1-0 in the previous round.
In contrast, Liverpool is riding high after a 3-0 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League. The Reds are aiming for their record-extending 11th EFL Cup title under manager Arne Slot.
Liverpool vs West Head-to-Head Record
The two teams have met 150 times in competitive matches, with Liverpool winning 83 of those encounters, West Ham winning 29, and 38 ending in draws. Their most recent clash in April 2024 ended in a 2-2 draw at the London Stadium, where off-field incidents, including a spat between Mohamed Salah and Jurgen Klopp, made headlines.
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Earlier in the EFL Cup quarter-finals last December, Liverpool delivered a strong performance, defeating West Ham 5-1. This victory marked the beginning of a five-game winning streak against the Hammers, a streak that was only halted in the spring.
West Ham’s last win over Liverpool at Anfield dates back to August 2015, when they claimed a 3-0 victory. Since then, they have struggled, managing just one win in their last 17 meetings. Their last triumph came from an own goal by Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson Becker in a 3-2 victory in November 2021.
Notable Players
Mohamed Salah stands out as the top scorer in this fixture, with 11 goals against West Ham. Other notable Liverpool scorers include John Toshack, Steven Gerrard, Roger Hunt, and Ian Rush, all of whom have haunted the Hammers over the years.
Recent Meetings
In their last 20 encounters, Liverpool has had the upper hand, with notable matches including:
- April 27, 2024: West Ham 2-2 Liverpool (Premier League)
- December 20, 2023: Liverpool 5-1 West Ham (EFL Cup Quarter-Finals)
- September 24, 2023: Liverpool 3-1 West Ham (Premier League)
As the two sides prepare to clash, all eyes will be on Anfield to see if West Ham can turn their fortunes around and pull off a surprise victory against the formidable Reds.
