West Ham vs QPR Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Get our West Ham vs QPR prediction, betting picks, and projected lineups for Friday's game. Explore key odds, team news, and Same Game Parlay picks.
Cody Moore - October 9, 2026, 11:13 AM EDT
6 minutesWest Ham vs QPR Game Preview
Competition | English Championship |
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Game Date | Friday, October 9, 2026 |
Game Time | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | London, London Stadium |
Second hosts sixth at London Stadium as West Ham take on QPR in a Championship London derby. Our West Ham vs QPR prediction starts with the hosts' momentum and firepower.
West Ham sit on 15 points in the standings, and their attack is the headline act. They rank among the best at finishing scoring opportunities, breaking on the counter and slipping through balls.
QPR sit sixth and are still hard to put away, but goals have been a struggle for Julien Stephan's side. Their finishing is a real weak spot, and that matters here.
The hosts own this matchup. West Ham are unbeaten in their last 6 games against QPR in all competitions, and QPR have yet to win any of the previous meetings on record.
West Ham vs QPR Recent Results
West Ham are unbeaten in their last six Championship games, and they showed real nerve in their latest league outing, striking late at Millwall to dodge defeat at The Den. Goals are their trademark, with at least 2 scored in 17 of their last 20 Championship games. Jarrod Bowen is driving it, leading the Championship in goal involvements.
QPR arrive winless in four Championship games, and the recent pattern is ties rather than defeats. That makes them stubborn, but the attack is the problem, with finishing flagged as a clear weakness. Paul Smyth has found the target in six of his past seven Championship outings, making the right flank their most dependable route to goal.
West Ham vs QPR Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
West Ham: Joël Veltman (Injured/out), Mohamadou Kanté (Suspended)
QPR: B. Kemper (Injured/out), K. Dembélé (Injured/out), I. Chair (Injured/out), T. Lamptey (Injured/out), R. Kone (Injured/doubtful), Justin Obikwu (Injured/doubtful), Glen Kamara (Injured/doubtful), Dennis Cirkin (Suspended)
West Ham
The West Ham vs QPR lineups start with a forced change for the hosts, as Mohamadou Kanté serves a one-game ban after his red card against Millwall. Joël Veltman is the only injury concern, while Konstantinos Mavropanos picked up a knock on international duty with Greece but should be cleared to play.
QPR
Left back Dennis Cirkin is suspended, which leaves QPR thin on that side of the defense. Justin Obikwu was due back in training on Tuesday but remains doubtful, and there are concerns over Glen Kamara's fitness. Kemper, Dembélé, Chair and Lamptey are all sidelined, with Kone doubtful.
West Ham vs QPR Predicted Lineup
West Ham
Formation: 4-4-1-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: M. Hermansen; K. Walker-Peters, K. Mavropanos, M. Kilman, Morato; J. Bowen, A. Engels, D. Mukasa, M. Solomon; J. Piroe; V. Castellanos (probable)
QPR
Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: P. Charles; A. Mbengue, J. Dunne, R. Edwards, K. Adamson; P. Smyth, N. Madsen, G. Kamara, K. Poku; L. Scarlett, R. Burrell (probable)
West Ham vs QPR Key Stats & Game Facts
- West Ham have scored 2+ goals in 5 of their last 5 Championship games.
- West Ham have had 6+ shots on target in 5 of their last 5 Championship games.
- Jarrod Bowen has attempted 3+ shots in 8 of his last 8 Championship appearances.
- Konstantinos Mavropanos has scored in 3 of his last 3 Championship appearances.
West Ham vs QPR Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction is a 2-1 West Ham win. The hosts bring the sharper attack and the better recent run, and the West Ham vs QPR betting odds agree, with the Hammers -200 (Unibet) on the moneyline. QPR can find the net, but their finishing is too unreliable to keep pace with a side rated among the best in front of goal.
Best Picks
West Ham to win in the Moneyline market. The Hammers are the home favorites and are unbeaten in their last six Championship games. Our West Ham vs QPR best picks start in the Moneyline market, where our projections give the Hammers roughly a 60% win probability. A side this good at turning breaks into goals should not be priced against a QPR team that struggles to finish.
Both Teams To Score: Yes. West Ham's attack is strong and QPR create plenty of scoring opportunities, so a goal at each end is likely. This one sits in the Both Teams To Score market, and our projections put it just under 60%. The Hammers have found the net freely at home this season, and their defense is far from airtight, so a QPR consolation fits the script.
West Ham vs QPR Same Game Parlay
Our West Ham vs QPR same game parlay picks lean hard on the home attack, with a pair of Jarrod Bowen shooting props, a West Ham team goals line and a Jake Clarke-Salter card.
Jarrod Bowen Over 2.5 in the Player Shots market. Bowen has attempted 3+ shots in eight straight Championship appearances, and everything West Ham build runs through him.
Jarrod Bowen Over 0.5 in the Player Shots On Target market. He has put a shot on target in every one of his last seven Championship appearances, so this leg asks for the bare minimum.
Over 1.5 in the Total Home Goals market. West Ham have scored 2+ goals in five straight Championship games, which lines up with our projected scoreline.
Jake Clarke-Salter in the To Be Shown A Card market. This leg has landed twice in his past three outings, and it boosts the payout without fighting the rest of the slip.
At the time of writing, this Same Game Parlay pays a best price of +725 and is as short as +350 elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of $37 from best to worst price.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
West Ham vs QPR Talking Points
There is an emotional backdrop here, with a pre-game tribute to former goalkeeper Luděk Mikloško, who made 373 appearances for West Ham and also played for QPR. Mads Hermansen said the team will "try to win the game for Ludo," and that is exactly the right energy for a home side chasing the top of the standings. On the field, the big question is whether QPR's left side, without the suspended Dennis Cirkin, can hold up against Bowen and the Hammers' quick breaks. Ruebyn Ricardo has the whistle.
West Ham vs QPR Predictions FAQs
When is the West Ham vs QPR English Championship game?
The game kicks off at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Where is West Ham vs QPR being played?
The game will be played at London Stadium in London.
Where can I watch West Ham vs QPR?
The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football.
What is the team news for West Ham vs QPR?
West Ham will be without the suspended Mohamadou Kanté and injured Joël Veltman, though Konstantinos Mavropanos is expected to be available. QPR are missing suspended defender Dennis Cirkin, while Justin Obikwu and Glen Kamara face fitness concerns.
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