West Ham vs. Newcastle predictions: Odds, best bets, pick for crucial Premier League relegation battle Sunday
West Ham faces Newcastle in a crucial Premier League match with relegation implications, as the Hammers must win to improve their survival chances. Newcastle, already safe and in poor form, has little at stake in their final home game of the season. West Ham's recent defensive improvement and strong motivation give them an edge despite being underdogs on the moneyline.
- ▪West Ham is on 36 points with two matches left, trailing Tottenham by two points in the battle to avoid relegation.
- ▪Newcastle United is in 13th place and has nothing at stake in the match, having already secured safety.
- ▪West Ham is +205 on the moneyline, while Newcastle is a +120 favorite despite poor recent form.
- ▪Only Leeds United has conceded fewer expected goals than West Ham over the last five matches.
- ▪A West Ham loss would make relegation highly likely, with one of them or Tottenham set to go down.
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Betting West Ham vs. Newcastle predictions: Odds, best bets, pick for crucial Premier League relegation battle Sunday By Michael Leboff Published May 17, 2026, 8:00 a.m. ET Mateus Fernandes of West Ham after losing to Arsenal. Getty Images Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. West Ham will be fighting for their Premier League lives against Newcastle United on Sunday afternoon. The Hammers are on 36 points with two matches to go, and trail 17th-place Tottenham by two points going into the penultimate matchday of the campaign. One of West Ham or Tottenham will be relegated, along with Wolverhampton and Burnley, after the season concludes next week.
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