Everton have failed to score in four consecutive matches, while Wolverhampton conceded four goals in their last outing. Is this the chance for the hosts to break their drought?
Everton are also on a five-game winless streak, having last claimed three points against Ipswich Town in the eighth round. That same match saw them score more than once (2:0). In the previous round, Everton, like Wolverhampton, conceded four goals, falling to a resurgent Manchester United (0:4). However, that was an away match. Such results have not been seen at Goodison Park for some time, and Manchester United would not have been so audacious on their turf. Including the League Cup, Everton remain unbeaten at home for five matches.
Wolverhampton are a dangerous threat on the road. They may not always come out victors, but they almost invariably score: in their last six away games, Wolverhampton have found the net, scoring at least two goals on four occasions. However, they consistently concede, which explains their current position in the relegation zone, though not at the bottom.
Yes, Everton truly have a real opportunity to finally score. In their last game against Bournemouth (2:4), Wolverhampton's defence and goalkeeper conceded three penalties. The visitors are also likely to score a routine goal, making a total over 2.5 a very realistic prospect.
