Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the English Premier League match.
Everton have come close to winning several times. Is it finally time for the team to secure a victory in the Premier League?
Everton
The upward trend was set in their last two matches. After four defeats to start the Premier League season, they drew with Southampton last week. Although that was the Carabao Cup match, we are referring to the regular time. Everton squandered their lead during the game and then lost in the penalty shootout. Last weekend, they also drew with Leicester City in the league, once again conceding their lead. An unhealthy pattern is emerging over these four matches. This doesn’t mean one should bet on a come-from-behind victory for the opponent. Instead, the bet on both teams to score is appropriate, but let's take a closer look at Crystal Palace—are they doing their part?
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace played at home last weekend, which doesn’t quite suit their style, resulting in a goalless draw. Manchester United wasted enough chances to last a couple of matches. Besides six saves by Dean Henderson, who performed miracles on the line, three more shots hit the woodwork. Crystal Palace only emerged from under Manchester United’s pressing in the second half, and even outperformed them in terms of dangerous moments (2-0) and potential goals (0.84-0.28 xG). Away from home, the situation for Crystal Palace is as follows: two Premier League matches and one Carabao Cup match—Crystal Palace scored in each, and the bet on both teams to score came through.
Everton vs Crystal Palace Prediction
Adding to this, both encounters between the clubs in last season’s Premier League were high-scoring meetings, with both teams netting at least one goal. Taking all these factors into account, betting on both teams to score is a safe choice.
