Everton vs Arsenal: Betting odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Everton vs Arsenal in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:30 BST match.

Fixture: Everton vs Arsenal
Date: Saturday 5 April 2025
Kick-off: 12:30 BST
Venue: Goodison Park

The match at Goodison Park promises to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams dealing with significant injury concerns. Everton's home form and defensive resilience could be key factors, while Arsenal will look to exploit their attacking options despite the absences.

Expect a game where both teams will look to control the midfield, with Everton likely to rely on counter-attacks and set pieces, while Arsenal will aim to dominate possession and create chances through their creative players. The match could hinge on moments of individual brilliance or defensive errors.

A draw seems a likely outcome, given the current form and injury situations of both teams. Both sides have shown they can compete at a high level, and a point each could be a fair result.

Match Prediction: Everton 1-1 Arsenal

Everton have shown resilience in their recent performances, although a nine-match unbeaten run in the Premier League ended last time out with a 1-0 defeat at Merseyside rivals Liverpool.

Before their narrow defeat to Liverpool, Everton had managed to secure four consecutive draws, showcasing their ability to compete against strong opposition. Their defensive solidity has been key, with Jake O'Brien emerging as a crucial figure, scoring vital goals in recent matches.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham (H)
• Draw 1-1 vs Wolves (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Brentford (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Man United (H)
  

Arsenal have had a mixed bag of results in their last five Premier League outings, with two wins, two draws, and one loss.

The Gunners have shown flashes of brilliance, particularly in their home victories against Fulham and Chelsea. However, their inability to secure wins on the road and a recent home defeat to West Ham highlight areas for improvement, especially in their attacking play.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Chelsea (H)
• Draw 1-1 vs Man United (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs West Ham (H)
  

In recent encounters between Everton and Arsenal, the matches have been closely contested, with both teams proving their ability to secure victories.

Historically, Arsenal have dominated this fixture, but Everton have shown they can hold their own, particularly at home. The trend suggests a competitive match, with both teams capable of winning.

• Arsenal 0-0 Everton (14 December 2024)
• Arsenal 2-1 Everton (19 May 2024)
• Everton 0-1 Arsenal (17 September 2023)
• Arsenal 4-0 Everton (1 March 2023)
• Everton 1-0 Arsenal (4 February 2023)
  

• Dwight McNeil - Knee (Doubtful)
• Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Hamstring
• Orel Mangala - Knee
• Jesper Lindstrom - Groin

Everton's injury list is extensive, with key players like Calvert-Lewin and McNeil sidelined. This could impact their attacking options, putting more pressure on the likes of Beto to deliver.

• Takehiro Tomiyasu - Knee
• Gabriel Jesus - Knee
• Kai Havertz - Hamstring
• Riccardo Calafiori - Knee
• Gabriel Magalhaes - Hamstring
• Jurrien Timber - Knee (Doubtful)
• Ben White - Knock (Doubtful)

Arsenal's injury woes are significant, with several first-team players unavailable. The absence of key attackers like Jesus and Havertz could force Mikel Arteta to rely on makeshift solutions, such as deploying Mikel Merino as a striker.

Pickford; O'Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Harrison, Doucouré, Alcaraz; Beto

Everton are likely to stick with a 4-2-3-1 formation, relying on the solidity of their backline and the creativity of Harrison and Alcaraz to support Beto up front.

Raya; Partey, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Ødegaard, Rice, Jorginho; Saka, Merino, Martinelli

Arsenal may opt for a 4-3-3 formation, with Merino continuing to lead the line in the absence of their regular strikers. The midfield trio will be crucial in controlling the game's tempo.

• Beto vs William Saliba: Beto's physical presence and goal-scoring threat will be tested against Saliba's defensive prowess. This duel could be pivotal in determining the outcome of the match.
• Jack Harrison vs Thomas Partey: Harrison's ability to create and score will be crucial for Everton, while Partey's versatility and defensive work rate will be key for Arsenal.
• Jake O'Brien: His recent goal-scoring form from defence has been vital for Everton, and his aerial ability could pose a threat from set pieces.
• Bukayo Saka: Returning fresh from his injury, Saka's impact off the bench against Fulham could see him start, and his creativity and goal threat will be crucial for Arsenal.
  

Everton have won three of the last four meetings with Arsenal at Goodison Park. The visitors have also won on just two of their previous eight visits to the blue half of Merseyside.

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