West Ham face Leeds in an FA Cup quarter-final at the London Stadium, with a Wembley semi-final spot at stake. Both clubs, battling relegation, will see this as a chance to lift morale and push for cup success.
West Ham vs Leeds Match Summary
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Competition |
English FA Cup |
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Match Date |
Sunday 5 April 2026 |
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Match Time |
16:30 GMT |
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Venue (City, Stadium) |
London, London Stadium |
West Ham host Leeds in an FA Cup quarter-final at the London Stadium on Sunday, with a trip to Wembley on the line for the winner. Both sides are mired in Premier League relegation battles, but this fixture offers a genuine chance to lift the mood around each club. West Ham are chasing their first semi-final appearance in this competition in a decade, while Leeds have not reached the last four since 1987. With so much at stake beyond their league woes, expect an open, committed cup tie between two sides desperate for a positive result.
West Ham vs Leeds Current Form
West Ham have been stubborn at the London Stadium recently, going six outings unbeaten on home soil across all competitions. It has been nearly three months since they lost at home, and their FA Cup run has included victories over Queens Park Rangers and Brentford. The concern for Nuno Espírito Santo is that none of those cup wins have come inside 90 minutes, with extra time or penalties required each time.
Leeds, meanwhile, arrive with mixed momentum. Daniel Farke's side drew their last two league fixtures nil-nil and have managed just one Premier League away win all season. Their cup form tells a different story, though, having averaged over two goals per match during their run to this stage. The Elland Road club saw off Birmingham on penalties and then dispatched Norwich comfortably in the fifth round.
Who is the Betting Favourite in West Ham vs Leeds?
Leeds are the narrow betting favourites to beat Leeds. Latest odds imply roughly a 37% chance of a Leeds win, the Hammers closer to 35%.
| Match Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
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| West Ham | 9/5 | Sporting Index |
| Leeds | 17/10 | Bresbet |
| Draw | 12/5 | Coral |
Odds last updated at 12PM Sunday, 5th April.
West Ham vs Leeds Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
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Team |
Player |
Reason |
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West Ham |
Crysencio Summerville |
Doubtful (Calf) |
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West Ham |
Jean-Clair Todibo |
Doubtful (Calf) |
West Ham
Crysencio Summerville could miss out against his former club due to an ongoing calf problem, while Jean-Clair Todibo also has a calf injury which forced him to miss the Aston Villa defeat. If both are absent, West Ham will lean heavily on Jarrod Bowen in the final third.
Leeds
Gabriel Gudmundsson is back from suspension after his sending off against Crystal Palace forced him to miss the Brentford draw. Daniel Farke has no other injury concerns, giving Leeds a fully fit squad to pick from for this quarter-final.
West Ham vs Leeds Predicted Lineup
West Ham (4-3-3): Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Disasi, Diouf; Soucek, Fernandes, Potts; Bowen, Pablo, Castellanos
Leeds (3-4-1-2): Perri; Rodon, Bijol, Struijk; Bogle, Stach, Ampadu, Gudmundsson; Aaronson; Nmecha, Calvert-Lewin
West Ham vs Leeds Key Stats & Match Facts
- West Ham have scored at least 2 goals in their last 5 home matches against Leeds in all competitions.
- West Ham have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 4 matches against Leeds in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored at least one goal in each of their last four head-to-head meetings.
- Leeds defeated West Ham 2-1 at Elland Road during their Premier League meeting in October.
- Leeds have scored over 1.5 goals in each of their last ten away fixtures in the FA Cup.
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West Ham vs Leeds Prediction & Best Bets
West Ham's home form gives them the edge in what should be a direct, committed cup tie. Both sides have shown they can find the net in this fixture, and with a semi-final place at stake, neither will sit back. The Hammers have improved considerably since January and their London Stadium record speaks for itself. Leeds have the attacking quality to trouble West Ham, particularly through Calvert-Lewin and Nmecha, but their struggles on the road in the league are hard to ignore. Expect goals at both ends, with the hosts just doing enough to get over the line.
Match Prediction: West Ham 2-1 Leeds
Best Bets
Bet 1:
- Bet: Both Teams To Score - Yes
Market: Both Teams To Score
Odds: 13/20
Bet 2:
- Bet: Over 2.5 Goals
Market: Total Goals Over/Under
Odds: 4/5
West Ham vs Leeds Bet Builder Tip
Our four-leg bet builder for this FA Cup quarter-final brings together Both Teams To Score (Yes) and Over 2.5 Goals, along with two player shots on target selections. Recent head-to-head meetings between these sides point strongly towards goals at both ends, with Over 2.5 goals landing in each of their last four encounters.
Jarrod Bowen is a constant threat for West Ham down the right, often getting plenty of shots away and regularly testing the keeper, making Over 0.5 shots on target an appealing pick. Meanwhile, Mateus Fernandes offers value on the defensive side, with Over 2.5 tackles looking a smart addition to round out the bet builder.
This combination is available at best odds of 9/2 with bet365 while publishing.
West Ham vs Leeds Talking Points
The stakes could hardly be higher for both managers. With their respective clubs battling relegation, reaching a Wembley semi-final could provide a transformative lift to whichever squad progresses. West Ham's home fortress will be tested by a Leeds side who have nothing to lose away from home. Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha have looked a direct, physical partnership for Leeds in the cup, and how West Ham's centre-backs handle them without Todibo could be the key contest. For the hosts, Jarrod Bowen's quality in the final third remains their biggest asset.
West Ham vs Leeds Predictions FAQs
When is the West Ham vs Leeds English FA Cup game?
The match between West Ham and Leeds is scheduled to kick off on Sunday 5 April 2026 at 15:30 GMT.
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