Everton vs Crystal Palace
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Match details
Kick-off: October 5 2025, 14:00 BST
Confirmed lineups
Everton (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: J. Pickford
- Defenders: J. O'Brien, J. Tarkowski, M. Keane, V. Mykolenko
- Midfielders: J. Garner, I. Gueye, I. Ndiaye
- Forwards: T. Dibling, J. Grealish, T. Barry
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1)
- Goalkeeper: D. Henderson
- Defenders: C. Richards, M. Lacroix, M. Guéhi
- Midfielders: D. Muñoz, A. Wharton, D. Kamada, T. Mitchell
- Forwards: I. Sarr, Yeremy Pino, J. Mateta
Missing players
Everton will be without J. Branthwaite due to a hamstring injury, K. Dewsbury-Hall is unavailable due to yellow cards, and M. Röhl is dealing with a knock.
Crystal Palace faces absences with C. Doucouré out due to a knee injury, C. Kporha unavailable with a back injury, and C. Riad also sidelined with a knee issue.
Match background
This match sees Everton, currently positioned mid-table, looking to gain ground in the competition against a strong Crystal Palace side that is performing well and aiming for European qualification.
Recent form
Everton's recent form shows a mix of results with two draws, one loss, and one win in their last four games. They have struggled to maintain consistency, reflected in their statistics of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in the ongoing season.
Crystal Palace, on the other hand, is enjoying a positive run, having won three of their last four matches and drawing the other. Their overall statistics reveal a robust performance, with three wins, three draws, and no losses, demonstrating their defensive solidity and attacking prowess.
Head-to-head record
- February 15 2025: Crystal Palace 1 - 2 Everton
- September 28 2024: Everton 2 - 1 Crystal Palace
- February 19 2024: Everton 1 - 1 Crystal Palace
Prediction
This match is expected to be closely contested. Given Crystal Palace's strong recent form, a suggested betting tip might be Betting tip: Double Chance: Crystal Palace or Draw, reflecting their current streak and Everton's mixed results.