Introduction
As Premier League action continues, Goodison Park in Liverpool is set to host an exciting clash between Everton and Chelsea on the 10th of December, 2023. Both teams come into this match aiming to secure vital points, with Everton looking to climb out of the relegation zone and Chelsea striving to push further up the table. This fixture promises to be a captivating encounter with much at stake for both sides.
Match analysis
Everton's recent form has shown a spirited fight, as they picked up vital wins against Nottingham Forest and West Ham, as well as securing a draw against Brighton. Despite suffering a heavy loss to Manchester United, Everton has shown they have the capability to score goals, netting three against both Crystal Palace and Burnley. The Toffees appear to perform better at home, which could play a significant role in this encounter.
Chelsea, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results recently. A stunning draw against Manchester City was a display of their attacking prowess, but losses to Manchester United and Newcastle revealed vulnerabilities. Their ability to score is not in question, given the four goals they knocked past both Tottenham and Burnley, suggesting that their attacking line is functioning well.
Recent form
Everton's last five matches in all competitions show a pattern of inconsistency but also resilience – winning 3, drawing 1, and losing 1. The team has scored in 4 out of these 5 games, indicating a strong offensive front.
Chelsea has been equally inconsistent but with a slightly leaning towards high-scoring games – winning 2, drawing 1, and losing 2 in their last five fixtures. They have managed to find the net in all these games, which suggests that goals could be on the menu when they visit Liverpool.
- Everton's form: 60% wins, 20% draws, 20% losses
- Chelsea's form: 40% wins, 20% draws, 40% losses
Head to head
- The last five encounters have seen a relatively even distribution of results.
- Chelsea has won 2 games, while Everton has claimed victory in 1, and the remaining 2 matches ended in draws.
- Both teams have scored in 3 out of the last 5 matchups.
- Recent fixtures have not overly favored the home team or the visitor, suggesting a close contest is typically expected.
Prediction
Considering Everton's fighting spirit at home and Chelsea's potent attack, but occasional defensive flaws, predicting an outright winner could be challenging. Everton might take advantage of their home crowd to put up a strong fight, while Chelsea will not want to miss the chance to gain points against a lower-ranked side.
For a full-time score, a narrow victory or a draw might be the most likely outcome, with a potential scoreline of 1-1 or 2-1, in favor of either side.
Betting tips:
- Given both teams' ability to score, "Both Teams to Score" could be a sensible wager.
- An "Over 2.5 Goals" bet could be worth considering, with Chelsea's recent high-scoring games and Everton finding the net in most of their matches.
- For more cautious bettors, an "Asian Handicap +0.5 or +1 for Everton" could offer a safety net, banking on Everton's home advantage and Chelsea's inconsistency.
- A "Draw at Half Time" could also be a prudent bet, reflecting the potential for a tight first-half as both teams look to assert control.
