Everton vs Chelsea Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Matchday 17 of the Premier League is set to be underway very soon

Everton will welcome Chelsea to Merseyside in their 17th Premier League fixture with the hope to get things back on track. The Toffees have had a tough season so far and are seeking a resurgence. With just 15 points in as many games, Everton are nearing the relegation zone and it is a point of huge concern. It’s been a season with a run of mixed performances for them. While they have struggled to get points against the team placed in the bottom half, they have shown resilience against the top teams, including a goalless draw to Arsenal.

Chelsea on the other hand are flying high on confidence and are enjoying their best run of form in recent times. The Blues have won eight games on the trot coming into this fixture and are undefeated in their last eleven games. Chelsea are just two points behind league leaders Liverpool and will hope to put a strong foot forward to strengthen their title charge. Additionally, they have scored 37 goals, the highest in the Premier League this season. 

Back to Goodison on Sunday 👊🔵 pic.twitter.com/FYb8LhRIAL

— Everton (@Everton) December 17, 2024

Kick-off

Sunday, December 22, 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Goodison Park

Form

Everton (in all competitions): D-W-L-D-D

Chelsea (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to watch 

Ashley Young (Everton)

Ashley Young continues to shine even at the age of 39. The former England international has been one of the star performers for Everton this season and has shown no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Young brings with a bag full of experience and expertise that has come in very handy for the Toffees. He has scored a goal and has also racked three assists in the process. Moroever, he is averaging 3.6 ball recoveries, three tackles and 2.8 clearances per game in the Premier League this season.

Togetherness ✔️ Another clean sheet ✔️ Hard work but well worth it from everyone 💙 pic.twitter.com/YwotDDbNK2

— Ashley Young (@youngy18) December 14, 2024

Marc Guiu (Chelsea)

Marc Guiu will be the man to watch out for Chelsea coming into this fixture. The La Masia graduate comes into this game on the back of a hattrick in the Europa League. Guiu is known for his technical expertise, goalscoring prowess and dribbling. He has been very impactful for the Blues and has racked up six goals so far. His ability to take on defenders coupled with his excellent ball control makes him a unique proposition for Chelsea. 

G U I U ⚽️⚽️⚽️#CFC | #UECL pic.twitter.com/EeONZN9HbF

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 19, 2024

Match facts

• Everton have won five of their last six Premier League games against Chelsea
• Chelsea have scored 105 goals against Everton
• The previous meeting between the two sides ended in a 5-0 win for Chelsea

Everton vs Chelsea: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Chelsea to win – 4/6 by BETFRED
• Tip 2: Cole Palmer to score anytime – 13/10 by Bet365
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 7/10 by betway

Injury & Team News

Everton will miss James Garner, Michael Keane, Tim Iroegbunam, and Youssef Chermiti. Meanwhile, Chelsea will be without Wesley Fofana, Reece James and Joao Felix.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 68

Everton wins – 13

Chelsea wins – 32

Draws – 23

Predicted Lineup 

Everton (4-2-3-1)

Pickford (GK); Young, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Gueye, Mangala; McNeil, Doucoure, Ndiaye; Calvert-Lewin

Chelsea (4-2-3-1)

Sanchez (GK); Gusto, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Madueke, Palmer, Sancho; Guru

Prediction for Everton vs Chelsea

Chelsea are the clear favourites to win this game because they come into this game after winning eight back-to-back games.

Prediction: Everton 1-4 Chelsea

Telecast for Everton vs Chelsea

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