Preview & Prediction: Arsenal FC vs Everton FC

As Arsenal prepares to host Everton in their upcoming Premier League clash on December 14th, 2024, the odds seem to favor the Gunners. Historically, Arsenal has prevailed in a significant majority of their encounters, winning 22 of the last 36 meetings between the two sides. In contrast, Everton has managed to clinch victory only 7 times, with another 7 matches ending in draws.

Arsenal’s current home form further strengthens their position as favorites. They have been particularly formidable at home this season, averaging an impressive 2.43 points per game. On the other hand, Everton has struggled on the road, managing just 0.71 points per game away from home.

Previous matchups between these two teams have been relatively high-scoring, averaging nearly 3 goals per game, with both teams finding the net in 58% of the encounters. This trend could suggest a potential for goals on both sides, although Arsenal’s superior home form will likely tilt the scales in their favor.

Given the historical data and current performance statistics, Arsenal is likely to come out on top in this match, possibly with a scoreline similar to their previous 3-1 victory against Everton. Betting on an Arsenal win with both teams scoring could be a worthwhile option for this fixture.

Insights

• Arsenal have historically dominated the head-to-head, winning 22 out of the last 36 meetings against Everton.
• Everton have a poor away record, with an average of only 0.71 Points Per Game this season.
• Arsenal have maintained strong home form, averaging 2.43 Points Per Game this season.
• The last match between Arsenal and Everton resulted in a clear 3-1 victory for Arsenal.
• Matches between these teams tend to be high-scoring, with an average of 2.94 goals per game.
• There is a 58% occurrence of both teams scoring (BTTS) in fixtures between Arsenal and Everton.
• Arsenal are likely favorites given their superior historical record and current home performance.
• Everton’s away struggles suggest they may be less competitive in this matchup.

Match Forecast

• Arsenal may create numerous chances by attacking down the wings, especially focusing on their right side.
• Arsenal might leverage their strength in set pieces to take advantage of Everton’s vulnerability in defending against skillful players.
• Everton could struggle to keep possession, allowing Arsenal to dominate the game in the opposition’s half.
• Arsenal could potentially find themselves caught offside frequently due to their weakness in avoiding offside.
• Everton may have opportunities to capitalize on direct free-kicks considering their strength in this area.
• Expect Everton to employ long balls and attempt crosses to exploit their strength in aerial duels.
• Arsenal’s aggressive play style could pressure Everton, potentially resulting in turnovers given Everton’s struggles with ball retention.
• Everton might generate many scoring chances, though their weakness in finishing could be detrimental.
• Arsenal’s ability to defend set pieces well could neutralize some of Everton’s set-piece threats.
• If Arsenal takes the lead, Everton might find it challenging to protect their lead due to their weakness in this area.

Match Facts

• When Arsenal FC hosts Everton FC, the most frequent scoreline is 2-1, occurring in 5 matches.
• Overall, the most common score between Arsenal FC and Everton FC is 2-0, happening in 9 matches.
• In their last 33 home meetings, Arsenal FC has won 26, drawn 5, and lost just 2 to Everton FC. Arsenal leads the goal tally with an 83-27 difference.
• Out of 67 encounters, Arsenal FC has emerged victorious 42 times, with 13 draws and 12 wins for Everton FC. The aggregate score favors Arsenal at 135-60.
• Last season, Arsenal FC defeated Everton FC both home (2-1) and away (1-0).
• Arsenal FC is on a 3-match winning streak in the Premier League.
• Arsenal FC scores 25% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
• Everton FC nets 36% of their goals between the 46th and 60th minutes.
• Arsenal FC is currently on a 4-match winning streak.
• Arsenal FC remains unbeaten in their last 5 matches.
• Arsenal FC has not lost any of their last 15 home games.
• Everton FC has failed to win in their last 3 games against Arsenal FC.
• Arsenal FC has not been defeated by Everton FC in their last 3 home encounters.
• Arsenal FC has been shown 3 red cards this season, the most in the Premier League.
• Arsenal FC has scored in all 7 of their home league fixtures this term.
• Everton FC has failed to score in 4 out of their 7 away league matches this season.
• Arsenal FC’s home record this season stands at 5 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses.
• Gabriel Jesus is Arsenal FC’s most booked player with 4 yellow cards, while Michael Keane has 4 for Everton FC.
• Arsenal FC has scored in each of their last 5 matches.
• Arsenal FC wins the first half in 52% of matches; Everton FC does so in 25%.
• Arsenal FC leads 52% of halftimes compared to Everton FC’s 25%.
• Arsenal FC claimed victory in their most recent encounter with Everton FC.
• The last match saw Arsenal FC win by a single goal.
• When leading 1-0 at home, Arsenal FC wins 86% of their games.
• If Everton FC leads 0-1 away, they win 33% of the time.
• Arsenal FC wins 40% of their home games if trailing 0-1.
• Everton FC hasn’t won when trailing 1-0 away.
• Arsenal FC has a superior Premier League performance compared to Everton FC.
• Arsenal FC’s recent form over the last 5 matches is superior to Everton FC’s.
• Arsenal FC has lost only 1 of their past 5 matches against Everton FC across all competitions.
• In the last 5 confrontations, Arsenal FC has won 4 times, Everton FC once, with no draws.
• Arsenal FC has lost just once in their last 5 Premier League battles against Everton FC.
• Everton FC has only won 1 out of their last 5 Premier League matches against Arsenal FC.
• On average, Arsenal FC scores 1.8 goals against Everton FC, who average 0.4 goals in return.
• The typical number of goals in meetings between these teams is 2.2.
• Average goals in the first half of Arsenal FC vs. Everton FC matches is 1.2.
• In their last match, neither team conceded a goal.
• Arsenal FC averages 2.32 goals at home, while Everton FC manages 0.83 goals away.