Manchester City average 8.16 corners per game this season, which is comfortably above the 6.5 corners mark. Their style of play often leads to sustained pressure on opponents, with large portions of the game spent in the attacking third, resulting in frequent corner opportunities. West Ham, on the other hand, concede an average of 6.16 corners per game, making them susceptible to conceding multiple corners, especially against a possession-heavy team like City. Given that City averages over 8 corners per game, hitting over 6.5 corners in this fixture appears well within reach.

West Ham average 4.37 shots on target per game, which puts them well above the 3 shots on target mark. Even though City’s defense has been shaky at times, with opponents registering 3.84 shots on target per game against them, West Ham should have ample opportunities to test City’s goalkeeper. The Hammers have scored in 6 of their last 7 games and are capable of creating chances, particularly with players like Kudus and Bowen in their ranks. Given City’s defensive struggles, it’s reasonable to expect West Ham to register at least three shots on target in this matchup.

Erling Haaland has been in excellent form this season, scoring 14 goals and averaging 4.16 shots per game, with 2.21 of those on target. Given this high frequency of shots and the fact that he averages more than two shots on target per match, Haaland is well-positioned to hit the target twice in this game. West Ham’s defense, while capable, has conceded 1.84 goals per game, and they will likely face a Manchester City side that continues to dominate possession, providing Haaland with plenty of opportunities to get shots on goal. Given Haaland’s high shooting output, the odds favor him hitting at least two shots on target in this match.

Phil Foden averages 1.43 fouls drawn per game this season, placing him close to the 2+ fouls threshold. With his explosive pace and skill on the ball, Foden often draws attention from defenders, leading to fouls. Manchester City’s attacking style, particularly through the wide areas where Foden operates, is likely to provoke fouls from West Ham’s defenders, especially as they look to stop dangerous counterattacks. West Ham commit 11.6 fouls per game on average and the 7 players from these teams with the highest average fouls per game all come from West Ham.

Manchester City average 2.05 cards per game this season, which suggests they are likely to accumulate at least two cards in most matches. The nature of their high-pressure style of play, combined with their recent defensive vulnerabilities, often leads to fouls as they attempt to break up counter attacks or stop dangerous opposition moves. City could find themselves committing fouls, especially in midfield where the pressure will be high. The likelihood of over 1.5 cards for City is increased by their tendency to get involved in physical battles, especially when facing teams that can exploit their defensive weaknesses. This makes over 1.5 cards a reasonable bet.

West Ham average 2.42 cards per game, suggesting they frequently accumulate cards, particularly in matches where they face technically superior teams like Manchester City. West Ham’s physical approach and tendency to commit fouls (averaging 11.6 fouls per game) point to them being involved in a high-intensity, potentially foul-heavy match. Given Manchester City’s ability to dominate possession and expose defensive gaps, West Ham may resort to tactical fouling to break up attacks, increasing their chances of collecting cards. With the Hammers already averaging well over 1.5 cards per game, the bet for West Ham over 1.5 cards appears solid.

Kevin De Bruyne has had a challenging start to the season, with only 2 assists so far. However, it’s important to consider his historical impact. De Bruyne boasts the best ever Premier League assist-to-game ratio, with 0.41 assists per game. This remarkable statistic indicates that when he’s on the pitch, he is one of the most prolific providers in the league. Despite limited game time this season, De Bruyne’s creative vision and passing range mean he is always a threat to register an assist, particularly against a West Ham side that has conceded goals regularly this season. With Manchester City’s dominance in possession, De Bruyne will likely have several opportunities to create chances, making him a strong candidate for an assist in this match.

Mohammed Kudus has been a standout performer for West Ham this season, leading the team in both shots and shots on target. With 1.07 shots on target per game, Kudus is consistently getting into dangerous positions and testing opposing goalkeepers. He’s also one of West Ham’s joint top scorers, making him a key threat in their attack. Against a Manchester City defense that has shown vulnerability, particularly on the counter, Kudus has a good chance of finding the back of the net. At 5.0 odds, Kudus offers significant value as an anytime goalscorer, especially considering City’s defensive frailties and the attacking opportunities that West Ham are likely to get.