The Hammers opened their Championship campaign with a 2-2 draw at Burnley, but they created enough to suggest the attack is already firing, while their summer additions have added further quality. More importantly, the market has made West Ham a clear favorite, with prices around 1.37–1.44 for the home win, reflecting the sizeable gap in squad strength and promotion ambition. Charlton deserve respect after beating Derby, but stepping into the London Stadium is a much tougher assignment.

Analysis by Broker Heisenberg - Updated Aug 22, 2026