The match of 5th round between West Ham и Manchester City took place on 16 September 2023, Saturday. Referee - Andrew Madley.
The last meeting of these teams took place more than a month ago (3 May 2023) and ended with the victory of Manchester City with a score 3-0.
League table
The teams are close in the league table, the difference between their points is only 2 points. In addition, the both teams are in the TOP position in the standings.
West Ham is in the TOP-4 with 10 points. This is the 4th of 38 team game in the tournament.
West Ham has the same number of points with the nearest team on top and can score 102. In addition, the distance from the first place is 2 points (102 points are possible). The nearest pursuer has the same number of points with West Ham and can score 102 points. The goal difference is 9:4. The West Ham defensive line is one of the TOP-4 in the tournament.
Manchester City is the leader of the tournament with 12 points. This is the 4th of 38 team game in the tournament.
The nearest pursuer is 2 points lower and has the opportunity to score 102 points additionally. The goal difference is 11:2. In addition, the Manchester City offensive line is one of the TOP-4 in the tournament. Manchester City has the best defensive record in the league.
West Ham Stats
The team scored 19 points оn its own field in 10 last matches, with the following results 6 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 21-17. The average number of goals is 2.1. The average number of cards in 10 last matches is 1.3.
Manchester City Stats
The team scored 20 points when playing away in 10 last matches, with the following results 6 wins, 2 draws и 2 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 17-8. The average number of goals is 1.7. The average number of cards in 10 last matches is 1.3.
The next match of the team is important and will take place in less than a week. This means that some main players may miss the match or the team will not play at full strength.