Match Analysis: Luton Town FC vs Everton FC

On the 3rd of May, 2024, Luton Town FC and Everton FC are set to face off in a highly anticipated Premier League match. The previous encounter finished in favor of Luton Town with a 2-1 scoreline. Comparing their past meetings, Luton Town has managed to secure victories in both matches leaving Everton yet to claim a win against them.

Interestingly, no games between the two teams have resulted in a stalemate. Examining their current form, Luton Town has been performing poorly on their home turf, whereas Everton has been showing average performance while playing away.

Historical data indicates that matches between these two teams have an average scoreline of three goals, with both sides scoring in each game.

In terms of performance this season, at home matches, Luton Town has been averaging 0.88 points per game. In contrast, Everton has been slightly more successful when playing away, averaging 1.12 points per game. Based on these stats, predicting the outcome of this clash could offer several possibilities.

Insights

• Luton Town and Everton are set for a Premier League clash on 3rd May 2024.
• In their last face-off, Luton Town beat Everton with a score of 2 to 1.
• Examining their history, the two teams have met twice in recent seasons with Luton Town emerging victorious both times. Everton has yet to win against Luton Town.
• No encounters between the two teams have ended in a draw.
• Luton Town’s current home game performance is subpar, while Everton displays an average performance in away games.
• Previous matches between Luton Town and Everton have averaged a total of 3 goals per game.
• In the encounters between these teams, both teams managed to score (‘BTTS’ – ‘Both Teams To Score’) in all events.
• To date in the Premier League season, Luton Town averages 0.88 points per home game, while Everton averages 1.12 points at away games.
• Despite a less impressive overall performance, Luton Town has shown a strong record against Everton.

Match Forecast

• The match is likely to see Everton FC dominating the early game due to their capacity in creating scoring chances and Luton Town FC’s weakness in defending against skillful players.
• As Everton are strong in attacking set pieces and Luton Town are weak in defending them, Everton may have significant advantages during corners or free kicks.
• Both teams have difficulty in keeping possession of the ball, meaning the game could see frequent turnovers.
• Given both teams’ approach to gameplay involves long balls and playing with width, expect plenty of side-to-side action and aerial duels where Everton FC seems to have an edge.
• Luton Town FC’s strength in coming back from losing positions may see them increase their aggressive play in the later stages of the game, especially if they are trailing.
• Everton FC’s weakness in finishing scoring chances could provide Luton Town some reprieve despite their defensive weaknesses.
• Given Luton Town’s weakness in protecting the lead, if they do score early, Everton FC will still have a fair chance for a comeback.
• Both teams attempt crosses often, so defenders will need to be vigilant to prevent any threats from the flanks.
• With Luton’s non-aggressive style, Everton may be able to execute their game plan more comfortably if they gain control early on.

Match Facts

• Did you realize that 41% of Luton Town’s goals are scored in the 76-90 minute period? No team in the league has a higher percentage.
• Similarly, Everton FC obtains 30% of their goals in this same time frame.
• Unfortunately, Everton FC has failed to clinch any of their last 10 matches played away.
• Luton Town did not manage to score in one game out of 17 home matches in this Premier League season.
• Everton FC on the other hand, failed to score in seven of their 17 away games.
• Alfie Doughty has been the top assist provider for Luton Town, aiding in six goals. Dwight McNeil holds the same record for Everton FC.
• With seven yellow cards to his name, Issa Kabore is the most penalised player at Luton Town; while James Tarkowski leads Everton FC with 10.
• Luton Town’s defence has been breached in each of their last 15 games.
• Luton Town wins the first half 24% of the time, while Everton FC emerges victorious in the first half in 23% of their matches.
• Interestingly, the same percentages stand for halftime victories for both teams.
• Luton Town held the upper hand in their last collision.
• Luton Town had a one goal lead over Everton FC in their previous encounter.
• When leading 1-0 at home, Luton Town turns it into a win 71% of the time.
• Everton FC similarly turns their 0-1 lead into a victory in 83% of matches.
• However, when trailing 0-1 at home, Luton Town only manage to win 7% of the time.
• When trailing by the same margin, Everton FC wins 9% of the games.
• On the Premier League charts, Everton FC outshines Luton Town.
• Moreover, Everton FC’s recent performance over the course of the last five matches has been superior to that of Luton Town.
• Out of the last four confrontations, both Luton Town and Everton FC have emerged winners twice, with no games ending in a draw.
• The average match sees Luton Town scoring one goal against Everton FC and Everton FC scoring 1.75 against Luton Town.
• An average of 2.75 goals are recorded in matches between these two.
• The first half of these matches sees an average of 1.5 goals.
• On average, when playing on their home turf, Luton Town scores 1.48 goals, whereas Everton FC scores 1.15 goals when playing away.
• Luton Town is currently on a three-game losing skid in the Premier League.
• Similarly, the team has three successive losses in all competitions.
• On the other hand, Everton FC is enjoying a three-match winning streak in the Premier League.
• The team also boasts a current spree of consecutive victories in all competitions.
• Additionally, Everton FC has recorded clean sheets in their last three matches.