Exciting London City Lionesses vs West Ham Clash Preview Prediction and Team News for WSL Matchup
As the Women’s Super League (WSL) heads into matchday six, an exciting clash awaits between London City Lionesses and West Ham. This encounter will take place at Hayes Lane on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM BST.
Match Preview: London City Lionesses vs West Ham
This matchup has garnered attention, as it was initially expected to be a contest for relegation survival. However, the newly promoted London City Lionesses have surprised many with their strong performance this season. After five matches, they have shown resilience, winning two of their last three games. Their most recent victory came against Liverpool, albeit under controversial circumstances. They currently sit with three losses in their season; however, those defeats were against top-tier teams such as Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United.
On the other hand, West Ham finds itself in deep trouble. The Hammers have had a disappointing start, making them one of only two teams still seeking a victory in the league. Last weekend, they fell to Aston Villa in a 2-0 defeat, extending their winless run. Player Sarah Brasero expressed her frustrations over the lack of victories. The silver lining for West Ham came during a midweek League Cup match where they achieved their first win of the season against Brighton.
Recent Form Comparison
London City Lionesses Last Five Matches
- 1-0 victory against Liverpool (WSL)
- 1-4 defeat against Manchester City (WSL)
- 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace (Women’s League Cup)
- 2-1 victory against Everton (WSL)
- 1-5 defeat against Manchester United (WSL)
West Ham Last Five Matches
- 2-1 victory against Brighton (Women’s League Cup)
- 0-2 defeat against Aston Villa (WSL)
- 0-4 defeat against Chelsea (WSL)
- 5-1 victory against Charlton (Women’s League Cup)
- 1-4 defeat against Brighton (WSL)
Previous Encounters
The historical meetings between the two teams have seen West Ham often coming out on top. Some notable past results include:
- London City Lionesses 1-4 West Ham (Women’s League Cup – 24/11/2024)
- London City Lionesses 2-2 West Ham (Women’s League Cup – 02/10/2022)
- London City Lionesses 0-1 West Ham (Women’s League Cup – 13/10/2021)
- West Ham 4-0 London City Lionesses (Women’s League Cup – 16/09/2018)
Team News and Predicted Lineups
With London City Lionesses in good form, head coach Jocelyn Prêcheur is not expected to make significant changes to the lineup. However, Sanni Franssi’s performance has come under scrutiny, potentially paving the way for Freya Godfrey to step in. Goalkeeper Sophia Poor has been recalled from her loan and will likely travel with the squad.
For West Ham, changes may be necessary as they look to secure their first league win. Leila Wandeler has impressed in her recent appearances, prompting her push for a starting position. Shekeira Martinez, who scored twice in the League Cup triumph, is anticipated to lead the attack.
Predicted Lineups
| London City Lionesses | West Ham |
|---|---|
| Lete | Szemic |
| Sangare | Endo |
| Linari | Nystrom |
| Fernandez | Zadorsky |
| Corrales | Denton |
| Geyoro | Gorry |
| Kumagi | Siren |
| Godfrey | Ueki |
| Goodwin | Wandeler |
| Parris | Asseyi |
| Asllani | Martinez |
Match Prediction
Given their current form, it is unlikely that West Ham will overcome London City Lionesses this weekend. The Lionesses have demonstrated their ability to secure wins against top competition. A close match is anticipated, with a projected score of 2-1 in favor of London City Lionesses. A victory could elevate them to fifth place in the WSL standings, highlighting their unexpected but impressive performance this season.
