AFC Bournemouth vs West Ham Timeline – Full Head-to-Head Stats and Results

The Premier League rivalry between AFC Bournemouth and West Ham United spans nearly a century, with 22 competitive meetings recorded between the two clubs from 1929 to April 2025. Historical data compiled from multiple statistical archives shows West Ham holding the advantage with nine victories compared to Bournemouth’s four, while nine matches have ended in draws.

Recent encounters have intensified the competition, particularly since Bournemouth’s promotion to the Premier League in 2015. The fixture has produced tightly contested matches in recent seasons, with four of the last five meetings resulting in draws, suggesting an increasingly balanced dynamic despite West Ham’s overall historical superiority.

This comprehensive timeline examines every competitive meeting between the Cherries and the Hammers, analyzing head-to-head statistics, recent form trends, and the historical context that defines this cross-country fixture.

Bournemouth vs West Ham head to head

Statistical analysis reveals West Ham has won 41% of all encounters, double Bournemouth’s 18% success rate. The Hammers have outscored the Cherries 39 to 30 across all competitions, averaging 1.8 goals per match compared to Bournemouth’s 1.4.

• Draws constitute 41% of the fixture history, making stalemates the most common result
• West Ham holds a superior home record (6 wins, 4 draws, 5 losses) compared to Bournemouth’s (1 win, 7 draws, 3 losses)
• Bournemouth has struggled away from home against West Ham, winning just three of 13 away fixtures
• Recent form shows four draws in the last five matches, with only one West Ham victory
• The Premier League era has seen tighter contests than the overall historical average suggests
• Both teams average higher expected goals (xG) than actual conversion rates in this fixture

Comprehensive match records are available through 11v11.com and FBref.

What was the result of the last Bournemouth vs West Ham match?

The most recent encounter took place on 5 April 2025 at the London Stadium, ending in a 2-2 draw. This result continued a pattern of deadlocked matches between the sides, representing the fourth consecutive draw in their head-to-head series.

Match context and statistical breakdown

West Ham dominated possession and shot creation during the April 2025 fixture, registering approximately 20 shots compared to Bournemouth’s 10. Despite this disparity, both teams demonstrated clinical finishing to share the points.

Tactical trends in recent meetings

Four of the last five matches have produced identical 1-1 scorelines or 2-2 draws, suggesting both managers have developed systems that neutralize the opposition’s strengths. West Ham’s defensive vulnerability to Bournemouth’s counter-attacking approach has balanced their superior territorial dominance.

AFC Bournemouth vs West Ham timeline: Key matches including 2022

The modern era of this fixture intensified following Bournemouth’s promotion to the Premier League in 2015. Several matches since 2022 have defined the current competitive balance between the clubs.

The 2022-2023 campaign: West Ham’s dominance

West Ham secured maximum points during the 2022-2023 season with a 2-0 home victory on 24 October 2022, followed by a comprehensive 4-0 away win at Vitality Stadium on 23 April 2023. The latter result represents the largest margin of victory in this fixture during the Premier League era.

The 2023-2024 season: The draw era begins

The following season saw a dramatic shift toward parity, with both fixtures ending 1-1. The match on 12 August 2023 at Vitality Stadium and the return fixture on 1 February 2024 at London Stadium demonstrated Bournemouth’s improved defensive organization against West Ham’s attacking threats.

2024-2025: Continued stalemates

The most recent season maintained this pattern, with a 1-1 draw on 16 December 2024 preceding the 2-2 result in April 2025. These outcomes have elevated the draw percentage in this fixture to 41% overall.

For comparative analysis of Bournemouth’s performance against other top-tier opposition, see AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United FC Stats.

Upcoming West Ham vs Bournemouth: Prediction and live details

According to official club sources, the next scheduled meeting between these sides will take place on 21 February 2026 at the London Stadium. This fixture represents the continuation of a competitive rivalry that has produced increasingly tight contests in recent seasons.

Live match coverage and real-time statistics for future fixtures are available through official Premier League channels and specialized football data providers.

Complete chronological timeline of Bournemouth vs West Ham matches

1. 5 April 2025: West Ham 2-2 Bournemouth (Premier League) – Draw
2. 16 December 2024: Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham (Premier League) – Draw
3. 1 February 2024: West Ham 1-1 Bournemouth (Premier League) – Draw
4. 12 August 2023: Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham (Premier League) – Draw
5. 23 April 2023: Bournemouth 0-4 West Ham (Premier League) – West Ham win
6. 24 October 2022: West Ham 2-0 Bournemouth (Premier League) – West Ham win
7. 1 January 2020: West Ham 4-0 Bournemouth (Premier League) – West Ham win
8. 28 September 2019: Bournemouth 2-2 West Ham (Premier League) – Draw
9. 19 January 2019: Bournemouth 2-0 West Ham (Premier League) – Bournemouth win
10. 18 August 2018: West Ham 1-2 Bournemouth (Premier League) – Bournemouth win

Earlier meetings include a 3-3 draw in 2017 and Bournemouth’s 4-3 victory in 2015. Complete historical records are maintained by 11v11.com.

What is confirmed and what remains uncertain about this fixture history?

Sources including SoccerPunter and FootyStats vary slightly in their totals due to inclusion of different competitions (FA Cup, League Cup, and lower divisions).

How does this rivalry fit into Premier League history?

West Ham United’s longer tenure in English football’s top flight has historically given them the edge in this fixture. The Hammers have competed at the highest level for most of their history, while Bournemouth spent the majority of their existence in the lower divisions before achieving Premier League promotion in 2015.

This disparity explains the lopsided overall record, with West Ham winning nine of 22 meetings. However, since Bournemouth established themselves as a Premier League club, the gap has narrowed significantly. The Cherries have secured four victories against West Ham since 2015, with three of those coming in the Premier League era.

For context on how smaller clubs compete against established Premier League giants, review Deportivo Alavés vs Real Madrid Stats.

Sources and data verification

Historical records indicate 22 meetings between AFC Bournemouth and West Ham United from 1929 to April 2025, with West Ham winning 9, Bournemouth 4, and 9 draws. Post-2013 Premier League era data shows West Ham with 7-8 wins, Bournemouth 4-5, and 7-9 draws.

— 11v11.com and FootyStats

West Ham has outscored Bournemouth 39 to 30 across all competitions, averaging 1.8 goals per match compared to Bournemouth’s 1.4. Recent encounters show West Ham edging shots (20 vs 10) and xG (1.81 vs 1.33).

— SoccerPunter

Summary: Bournemouth vs West Ham head-to-head at a glance

The AFC Bournemouth versus West Ham United fixture represents a historically one-sided but increasingly competitive Premier League rivalry. While West Ham holds the overall advantage with nine wins to Bournemouth’s four across 22 meetings, recent trends show four consecutive draws and improved performances from the Cherries. With nine draws comprising 41% of all encounters, this fixture has proven more balanced than the raw win totals suggest, a pattern likely to continue in their next scheduled meeting on 21 February 2026. For additional statistical comparisons involving AFC Bournemouth, see AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester United FC Stats.

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