West Ham, languishing at 18th and rattled by a 65‑goal concession, will have to seize the early momentum to offset Leeds’ 53‑goal defense. The Hammers’ 28 assists per season show creative ability, but Jarrod Bowen’s 10 assists and eight goals reveal a solitary spark that must ignite the midfield before the pressure of the final matchday forces a reactive stance. If they can clamp down on the high press and create quick transition chances from the back, even a narrow lead can be enough to keep the relegation battle at bay. Leeds, fighting off the brink with 47 points, will rely on the fast‑break threat of Dominic Calvert‑Lewin and Brenden Aaronson’s five assists to exploit West Ham’s defensive frailties. Their 24 assists per season suggest a willingness to create, yet the 4‑goal deficit in the head‑to‑head series and a recent 2‑2 draw in the FA Cup hint at mental hesitation under pressure. A disciplined shape, tight pressing in the box and a set‑piece plan could turn the London Stadium into a crucible where the home side’s tactical leverage will be tested against the visitors’ hunger for survival.