Everton vs Liverpool Predictions

Liverpool dropped points for the first time in weeks against Newcastle in midweek, and will be hoping to get back to winning ways, while Everton also scored 4 goals. Liverpool are favourites to win this clash.

Match info: Premier League

Venue: Goodison Park, Liverpool

Date: Saturday, 7^th December 2024

Time: 1:30 pm Nigerian time

Goodison Park will host the first Merseyside derby of the season between Everton and Liverpool in a Premier League encounter on Saturday.

This fixture will be a poignant occasion, given that it will be the final derby played at Goodison before Everton move to their new stadium on Bramley-Moore Dock next season.

Head-to-head:

• Everton have won 11 of the 64 Premier League meetings between the two teams.
• Liverpool recorded 28 victories.
• The remaining 25 clashes ended in draws.
• 4 of their last 5 clashes ended 2-0.
• Liverpool have not scored in their last 2 visits to the Goodison Park.

Form:

• Everton in the league: L-D-D-L-W
• Everton in all competitions: L-D-D-L-W
• Liverpool in the League: W-W-W-W-D
• Liverpool in all competitions: W-W-W-W-D

Team News:

• Tim Iroegbunam and Youssef Chermiti will not be available for Everton due to injuries.
• Federico Chiesa, Conor Bradley, Ibrahima Konaté, Alisson, Diogo Jota, and Kostas Tsimikas will miss out due to injuries, while Alexis Mac Allister is suspended for the clash.

Player(s) to watch:

• Cody Gakpo’s form and knack for stepping up in crucial moments have made him a standout performer in Arne Slot’s side. He will be eager to maintain his brilliant form and further solidify his reputation as one of the club’s key players. His ability to combine pace, technical finesse, and clinical finishing will be critical as the Reds aim to extend their unbeaten streak and tighten their grip on the Premier League title race.