West Ham vs Bayer Leverkusen prediction and odds ahead of Europa League clash

West Ham United is gearing up for a formidable clash as they set to welcome Bayer Leverkusen to the London Stadium for an anticipated Europa League match this Thursday night. The Hammers are under pressure after a disheartening 2-0 loss in Germany, which has put their dreams of advancing to the semi-finals in jeopardy. This disappointment was further amplified by another 2-0 defeat at the hands of Fulham, leading to unrest among their supporters.

The Irons are 13/5 to win this match with CopyBet while Leverkusen are the clear favourites at 87/100 and a draw is 11/4. Leverkusen have never lost from a two-goal lead on aggregate on the European stage.

The upcoming match on Thursday presents a daunting challenge for West Ham as they seek to reverse their fortunes against a Leverkusen team buoyed by recent successes. Under the stewardship of Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen achieved a monumental Bundesliga victory over Werder Bremen, triumphing with a staggering 5-0 win. This victory not only clinched their first Bundesliga title but also brought Bayern Munich's ten-year reign to an end, all while extending Leverkusen's unbeaten run this season to an extraordinary 43 matches.

As Leverkusen heads to East London with the intention of preserving their unbeaten record and pushing on in the Europa League, West Ham is faced with the significant task of rejuvenating their season. They aim to deliver a compelling performance against one of Europe's top teams and regain the support of their fans. The stakes are high in this clash, with both teams eager to assert their dominance on the European stage.

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