Rangers vs West Ham – Prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups 26-07

Rangers and West Ham United face off in a pre-season club friendly as they gear up for the new season. This encounter takes place on Sunday, 26 July 2026 at 4 PM (BST), as part of the Friendlies Clubs 2026 championship.

Both teams will be looking to build fitness and test out their squads ahead of the upcoming domestic campaigns. The last time these two sides met, the Scottish club secured a 3-1 victory, adding an extra layer of interest to this Rangers vs. West Ham encounter.

Keep reading to discover our betting tips and analyse the best options for this exciting fixture.

Rangers vs. West Ham - Head-to-head record

Rangers and West Ham have a surprisingly brief history, having met just once in a friendly match. Their head-to-head record is therefore based on this single, recent fixture.

This sole duel, also a Club Friendly game, occurred in July 2022, with Rangers hosting West Ham at Ibrox Stadium. The Scottish club used their home advantage, securing a clear 3-1 victory against their English rivals. This result remains the only entry in the official Rangers vs. West Ham record.

Rangers - Preparing for the new season

Here we take a closer look at Rangers’ situation as they kick off their preseason. We will analyse their form from the end of the last campaign and consider how they might approach this friendly against West Ham.

Recent form

Rangers finished their 2025 domestic season with an inconsistent run in the Scottish Premiership. They registered five wins and five losses in their last ten competitive fixtures. This period showed their attacking threat but also defensive struggles, culminating in a 5-2 win over Falkirk despite four prior defeats in five games.

Their home form at Ibrox Stadium was equally unpredictable. They secured high-scoring Premiership victories against Dundee United and Aberdeen. However, losses to Motherwell and Hibernian, plus an FA Cup defeat against Celtic (3-1), revealed inconsistencies in front of their own supporters.

Entering this pre-season friendly, the Scottish club aims to build fresh momentum. No reported injuries mean the manager can field a strong lineup. Their history of high-scoring games suggests an attacking approach, as they look to test offensive combinations for the new season.

Results of the last five matches

Probable line-up for Rangers

Kelly; Nsiala, Fernandez, Sterling, Rommes; Raskin, Diomande, Chukwuani; Naderi, Chermiti, Miovski.

Manager: Russell Martin.

West Ham - Looking for some consistency

Let’s take a look at West Ham’s situation. We will analyse the team’s current form and their recent results for this game.

Recent form

West Ham began their pre-season with a 1-1 draw against Southend, following a mixed end to their Premier League campaign. While they secured impressive wins against Wolverhampton (4-0) and Leeds (3-0), these were balanced by several defeats.

Consistency proved challenging for the Hammers, especially on the road in the Premier League. They faced away defeats against Newcastle (3-1), Brentford (3-0), and Aston Villa (2-0). The team aims to improve their goal-scoring form away from the London Stadium.

Positively, West Ham boasts an almost fully fit squad (Soucek missing) for this friendly, offering the manager numerous choices. This match is a prime chance to build team cohesion and find rhythm ahead of the new season. They seek a strong performance and a positive result to boost confidence.

Results of the last five matches

Probable line-up for West Ham

Hermansen; Mayers, M. Kilman, Mavropanos, Walker-Peters; Potts, Keiber, M. Kanté; Castellanos, Bowen, Pablo.

Manager: Nuno Espírito Santo.

Rangers vs. West Ham - Stats

• The only previous meeting between these two clubs was a friendly in 2022, which Rangers won 3-1.
• Across their last 21 matches in all competitions, Rangers have recorded 11 victories and four draws.
• In their last 21 fixtures, West Ham United have registered nine wins and five draws.
• The Hammers have already played in this pre-season, drawing 1-1 away to Southend.
• Rangers’ last ten games have seen an average of 4.6 goals per match.
• West Ham’s last ten encounters have featured an average of 3.1 goals.

Predictions for Rangers vs. West Ham - goals expected

Rangers displayed strong attacking form at the end of last season and will aim to maintain this offensive momentum in their upcoming friendly. With both managers likely to experiment with their forward lines, there is a good chance that both teams will find the back of the net.

The only previous meeting between these sides ended 3-1, and Rangers" recent games have often seen more than four goals. This history points towards an open and attacking match, making the “Over 3.5 Goals" market a compelling option for this encounter.

Given the clear offensive capabilities of both teams and the relaxed atmosphere of a pre-season fixture, a high-scoring affair seems highly probable. Our main prediction, therefore, is for the “Over 2.5 Goals" market in this game.

Rangers x West Ham
Tip	Tip	Best Odd
Double Chance & Over/Under	Both teams to score	at BetMGM
Money Line & Over/Under	Over 3.5 goals in the match	at BetMGM

The odds mentioned were collected at the time of writing this prediction and are subject to change. Always check the bookmaker"s site for up-to-date information before betting online.

Best markets to bet on Rangers vs. West Ham

If you are looking for more options, here are some extra tips for the Rangers vs. West Ham match.

🔥 Full-Time Result: Rangers - 0.00 at BetMGM

Rangers won the only previous head-to-head encounter between these two clubs. Playing at home could give the Scottish side the necessary advantage to secure a positive result in this pre-season friendly.

🔥 Double Chance: Rangers or Draw - 0.00 at BetMGM

Considering the unpredictable nature of a friendly, the “Double Chance" market is a solid alternative. This covers a victory for the home side or a draw, which is a likely outcome for this clash.

Where to watch Rangers vs. West Ham?

Here is where to watch Rangers vs. West Ham live:

• TV: WHTV, Rangers TV

Rangers vs. West Ham - Match details

Check out the match details:

• Match: Rangers vs. West Ham
• Competition: Club Friendlies 2026
• Date: 26/07/2026
• Kick-off: 4 PM (BST)
• Broadcast: Rangers WHTV, Rangers TV

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