Everton FC vs Southampton FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Everton FC vs Southampton FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Sunday marks a significant day at Goodison Park as Everton play their final game there, hosting already-relegated Southampton. Everton, sitting comfortably in 13th with 42 points, will be aiming for a better result against the bottom-placed Saints, who have only managed 12 points. This is their third meeting this season, with Southampton winning both previous encounters: a penalty shootout in the League Cup and a 1-0 league victory.

Despite the emotional occasion of leaving their home after 133 years, Everton's recent home form has been poor, with no wins in their last seven matches at Goodison. Southampton will be looking to capitalize on this, having avoided defeat in their last three games against Everton. While Southampton are playing for pride, Everton will want to make this last Goodison appearance a memorable one for their fans. 

Head to Head Record - In their 35 past meetings, Everton have won slightly more often, but Southampton have had the upper hand recently, winning four of their last five, including the reverse fixture earlier this season where Adam Armstrong scored a late winner for the Saints.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Everton FC Preview

After a recent 3-1 away victory against Fulham, Everton will be in high spirits for their final match at Goodison Park. This win ended a three-game winless streak and was particularly surprising as they came from behind against a Fulham side unbeaten in seven against them. It also marked Everton's first Premier League away win after conceding first in over two years.

Sitting comfortably in 13th place with 42 points, an improvement on last season, Everton have no relegation worries. While their home form has been a concern with a seven-game winless run at Goodison, David Moyes's return has revitalized the team, making them tough to beat. Despite the emotional farewell taking center stage, Everton will still be considered the favorites for this final home game. 

Beto has emerged as Everton's key striker with eight goals this season, stepping up while Calvert-Lewin has been inconsistent. Ndiaye has also contributed seven goals but is currently on a scoring drought. Injuries to defenders O'Brien and Tarkowski saw Keane step up with a goal against Fulham. Beto is expected to lead the attack, while Coleman's potential farewell appearance is of interest, possibly from the bench. Mangala and Lindstrom are also unavailable.

Everton Probable Starting Lineup - Pickford (GK); Young, Keane, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Alcaraz, Gueye, Garner, Doucoure, McNeil; Beto

Southampton FC Preview

Relegated Southampton will aim to spoil Everton's Goodison Park farewell, having proven to be a tough opponent recently. They are unbeaten in their last three encounters with Everton, including three wins and two clean sheets in their last four league meetings. 

Despite a poor season with only 12 points and confirmed relegation, Southampton showed resilience by drawing 0-0 with Manchester City last week, a match where they defended deeply and restricted City's chances. However, their overall form has been poor, with 13 matches without a win, highlighting the contrast between their general struggles and their specific success against Everton.

Southampton might switch to a 4-4-2 to handle Everton's attacking duo, potentially seeing Walker-Peters return if fit, with Santos likely dropping out. Top scorer Onuachu is a doubt. Ugochukwu's substitution was tactical. Archer could start upfront, with Dibling moving wide, after Southampton played without a recognized striker against Manchester City.

Southampton Probable Starting Lineup - Ramsdale (GK); Bree, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Stephens, Wellington; Mateus Fernandes, Downes, Aribo, Dibling; Archer

EVERTON FC vs SOUTHAMPTON FC
Winning Prediction

Despite losing twice to Southampton this season, a motivated Everton, with their in-form attackers, are capable of winning their Goodison Park farewell. Southampton relied on a blunt City attack last week and have a poor away record, conceding consistently. With both teams scoring in 7 of Everton's last 8 home games, and Everton's decent record against bottom-three teams, a home win is likely. 

Our prediction is Everton to win, and both teams to score.

Everton to Win (2-1)

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