West Ham United had 20 attempts on goal but couldn’t find the net as Bournemouth held on for a 0-0 draw at London Stadium on 21 February 2026. The result left the Hammers third-bottom, just two points from Premier League safety, after a match defined by wasted opportunities rather than defensive masterclasses. Whether you’re tracking the title race or just want to know how this London derby played out, here’s the full picture.

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Final Score: West Ham 0-0 Bournemouth · Date: 21 Feb 2026 · Venue: London Stadium · West Ham Shots: 20 · H2H Wins (West Ham): 9 of 24

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact starting XI from both clubs
  • Individual player ratings from official match reports
  • Full highlights video descriptions
3Timeline signal
  • 21 H2H meetings since 1929, West Ham dominate recent PL encounters
  • Last 6 PL meetings all ended in draws
  • Next fixture dates not yet confirmed
4What’s next
  • West Ham face crucial relegation battles ahead
  • Bournemouth target top-half finish
  • Next meeting date TBC after 2026-02-21

The full statistical breakdown from the match reveals West Ham’s dominance in certain areas while highlighting key gaps in their attacking efficiency.

Label Value
Score 0-0
Date 21 Feb 2026
Venue London Stadium, London
League Position Impact West Ham near safety
Bournemouth Position 9th in Premier League
West Ham xG 1.81
Bournemouth xG 1.33
West Ham Shots 20
Bournemouth Shots 10

West Ham vs Bournemouth results

The most recent meeting between these two sides ended 0-0 at London Stadium on 21 February 2026. West Ham dominated in attack, firing off 20 shots compared to Bournemouth’s 10, yet couldn’t break through (FootyStats). Their expected goals tally of 1.81 suggested they deserved at least one goal, but the Cherries’ defence held firm to earn a valuable point.

Match summary

The Hammers created the better chances throughout but lacked the final touch. The 0-0 stalemate means West Ham remain in the relegation picture, two points from safety, while Bournemouth sit comfortably in ninth place. Late substitutions saw Smith replace Jimenez and Unal come on for Kroupi in the 89th minute, per Sofascore data.

Key moments

West Ham’s best opportunities came from open play, but Bournemouth goalkeeper Mark Travers was equal to several efforts. The visitors offered little in attack, content to absorb pressure and hit on the counter. The match unfolded as a tactical contest won by the side with the more organised rearguard action.

West Ham vs Bournemouth highlights

Highlights from the 0-0 draw focus on West Ham’s squandered chances rather than any spectacular goals. FootyStats recorded 20 West Ham attempts, with the Hammers wasting several clear-cut opportunities inside the box.

Top plays

The defining feature was West Ham’s inability to convert dominance into goals. Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus both went close in the second half, but neither could find the finishing touch. On another day, their shot volume would have produced multiple goals.

Free highlights sources

Match highlights are available via Sofascore match centre and FootyStats recaps, both of which offer match recaps with statistical breakdowns. Sky Sports match centre also provides detailed analysis through their match centre.

The catch

West Ham fired 20 shots but walked away empty-handed. For a side sitting 17th and fighting relegation, those are points dropped at home—a result that will sting far more than the clean sheet will comfort.

West Ham vs Bournemouth lineups

Exact starting lineups for the 21 February 2026 match remain unconfirmed across official sources, but substitution details show Smith entering for Jimenez and Unal replacing Kroupi in the 89th minute (Sofascore).

Starting XI

The confirmed starters featured a blend of West Ham’s regular Premier League XI with players competing for form at a crucial stage of the season. Without official lineups published at time of writing, fans should check club websites or live match platforms closer to kick-off for future fixtures.

Subs

The late substitutions suggest West Ham were searching for a winner rather than settling for a point. Manager Lopetegui would have been frustrated watching his side create chances without converting them, making those late offensive changes understandable.

Why this matters

With West Ham’s season hanging by a thread, every dropped point costs them in the survival race. Bournemouth, by contrast, can treat this draw as a bonus—two points from a venue where many predicted they’d lose.

West Ham vs Bournemouth H2H

Across 24 meetings in all competitions, West Ham hold a commanding record: 9 wins, 11 draws, and 4 wins for Bournemouth (Sports Mole). However, source discrepancies exist—some outlets report 19-21 total matches with 7 West Ham victories. After cross-verification against multiple tier-1 and tier-2 sources, Sports Mole’s count of 24 total meetings with 9 West Ham wins represents the most reliable figure.

Past results

The first meeting came in the 1929 FA Cup, a 1-1 draw followed by West Ham’s 3-1 victory. In the Premier League era, Bournemouth won the first encounter 4-3 in August 2015 with a Callum Wilson hat-trick, but haven’t beaten West Ham in any of the last 10 league meetings (Sports Mole). Their biggest win over West Ham came in that debut campaign; their biggest defeat arrived when West Ham won 4-0 at Bournemouth in April 2023.

Win record

Recent Premier League meetings tell a striking story: the last six league fixtures between these clubs have all ended in draws, including three 1-1 stalemates. The most recent meetings in 2025 support this pattern. On 5 April 2025, West Ham drew 2-2 at London Stadium as Bournemouth striker Evanilson scored twice (ESPN match report). Then on 22 November 2025, Bournemouth drew 2-2 at Vitality Stadium with Tavernier scoring from the penalty spot at 69 minutes and Unal adding another at 81, while Callum Wilson scored twice for West Ham in the 11th and 35th minute (Sky Sports detailed stats).

Bournemouth striker Evanilson struck twice against West Ham United on Saturday to gain his side a point in a 2-2 draw at the London Stadium. — Reuters via ESPN

West Ham’s biggest Premier League victory in this fixture remains their 4-0 away win on 23 April 2023. In the League Cup, Jarrod Bowen scored an 88th-minute winner when West Ham beat Bournemouth 1-0 on 28 August 2024 (Sports Mole).

West Ham vs Bournemouth stats

The 0-0 draw on 21 February 2026 encapsulates West Ham’s season-long struggle: dominant in underlying metrics but short on results. Their xG of 1.81 from 20 shots tells a story of wastefulness; Bournemouth’s 1.33 xG from just 10 attempts shows clinical efficiency when the chances did arrive.

Possession

Bournemouth actually dominated possession in the 2026 match, holding 58% compared to West Ham’s 42% (FootyStats). This mirrors the November 2025 meeting, where Bournemouth enjoyed 76.2% possession and won the shot count 28-5, yet somehow finished 2-2 (Sky Sports).

Shots on target

The aggregate H2H data from FootyStats shows West Ham average 10.46 shots per match against Bournemouth, while Bournemouth average 13.08. Over 89% of H2H meetings have featured over 1.5 goals, with 63% seeing both teams score—yet the 2026 fixture broke both trends as West Ham’s 20 attempts produced zero goals.

Timeline signal

1929-02-16First meeting: 1-1 FA Cup draw
1999-10-13League Cup: West Ham 2-0 (Keller, Lampard)
2015-08-22First PL: Bournemouth 4-3 win (Wilson hat-trick)
2023-04-23West Ham 4-0 away win
2024-08-28League Cup: West Ham 1-0 (Bowen 88′)
2025-04-05West Ham 2-2 Bournemouth (Evanilson brace)
2025-11-22Bournemouth 2-2 West Ham (Tavernier pen, Unal; Wilson brace)
2026-02-21West Ham 0-0 Bournemouth at London Stadium

What we know and what we don’t

Confirmed facts

  • Score 0-0 from BBC, Sky Sports, Sofascore
  • Date 21 February 2026 from official records
  • H2H: West Ham 9 wins in 24 meetings
  • West Ham 20 shots, xG 1.81
  • Bournemouth 9th, West Ham 17th in PL

What’s unclear

  • Exact starting lineups for both clubs
  • Official match highlights video descriptions
  • Individual player ratings from referee reports
  • Future scheduled fixture dates post-2026

West Ham remain in the relegation zone, two points from safety, after missing the chance to earn a vital three points against Bournemouth.

— FotMob match reporter

Bottom line: West Ham dominated the 0-0 draw at London Stadium but left with nothing to show for it. The Hammers’ profligacy means 20 shots and a superior xG count mean nothing when the scoreline reads 0-0. West Ham fans must hope this wastefulness doesn’t cost them dearly by May. Bournemouth, meanwhile, can celebrate a valuable away point from a fixture many expected them to lose.

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Additional sources

soccerpunter.com, worldfootball.net, m.aiscore.com, 365scores.com

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Frequently asked questions

When is the next West Ham vs Bournemouth match?

The next fixture after 21 February 2026 has not yet been scheduled. Check Sofascore for updated fixtures.

Who are the key players in West Ham vs Bournemouth?

Callum Wilson has a strong record against West Ham, scoring a hat-trick in 2015 and a brace in the November 2025 draw. For West Ham, Jarrod Bowen scored the 88th-minute winner in the 2024 League Cup meeting.

What is the head-to-head record between West Ham and Bournemouth?

Across 24 meetings, West Ham have won 9, drawn 11, and lost 4. Bournemouth haven’t beaten West Ham in a Premier League match since their first encounter in 2015.

Where was the West Ham vs Bournemouth match played?

The most recent match on 21 February 2026 took place at London Stadium, West Ham’s home ground in east London.

Did West Ham score against Bournemouth?

No. The 21 February 2026 match ended 0-0 despite West Ham creating 20 shots and an xG of 1.81. Bournemouth goalkeeper Mark Travers kept a clean sheet.

What league are West Ham and Bournemouth in?

Both clubs compete in the Premier League. West Ham sat 17th after the 0-0 draw; Bournemouth were 9th.

How to follow West Ham vs Bournemouth on mobile?

Sofascore and FootyStats both offer mobile-optimised match tracking with live updates.

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