Premier League 2025-2026: Everton vs Crystal Palace Prediction

Everton

Home Team
46%
VS

Crystal Palace

Away Team
27%
Draw: 27%
Over 2.5: 44%
Under 2.5: 56%
Goal: 53%
No Goal: 47%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Liverpool 6 5 0 1 12 7 5 15
2 Arsenal 6 4 1 1 12 3 9 13
3 Crystal Palace 6 3 3 0 8 3 5 12
4 Tottenham 6 3 2 1 11 4 7 11
5 Sunderland 6 3 2 1 7 4 3 11
6 Bournemouth 6 3 2 1 8 7 1 11
7 Man City 6 3 1 2 14 6 8 10
8 Chelsea 6 2 2 2 11 8 3 8
9 Everton 6 2 2 2 7 6 1 8
10 Brighton 6 2 2 2 9 9 0 8
11 Fulham 6 2 2 2 7 8 -1 8
12 Leeds 6 2 2 2 6 9 -3 8
13 Brentford 6 2 1 3 9 11 -2 7
14 Man United 6 2 1 3 7 11 -4 7
15 Newcastle 6 1 3 2 4 5 -1 6
16 Aston Villa 6 1 3 2 4 6 -2 6
17 Nott'm Forest 6 1 2 3 5 10 -5 5
18 Burnley 6 1 1 4 6 13 -7 4
19 West Ham 6 1 1 4 6 14 -8 4
20 Wolves 6 0 1 5 4 13 -9 1

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Everton

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.53
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.07
# Clean Sheets: 2

Crystal Palace

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.99
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.02
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Everton and Crystal Palace is predicted to favor the home side, Everton, with a 46.0% probability of winning. Crystal Palace holds a 27.0% chance of clinching the victory, and the likelihood of a draw stands at 27.0%. Everton, currently 9th in the Premier League, will be looking to climb the table, while Crystal Palace, sitting in 3rd, aims to maintain its strong start. The match is anticipated to have a tight scoreline, with a 44.0% probability of under 2.5 goals being scored.

Match Analysis

Everton's recent performances have been a mixed bag. They secured a draw against West Ham at home, lost narrowly to Liverpool away, and played out a goalless draw with Aston Villa at home. Their defense has been relatively solid, conceding only 0.33 goals per game in their last five outings, and they managed to keep two clean sheets in that span. However, their attack has been less prolific, averaging just a goal per game despite an expected goals figure of 1.53, indicating potential inefficiency in front of goal. Crystal Palace, on the other hand, have shown impressive form with two wins and a draw in their last three matches. They defeated both Liverpool and West Ham by a 2-1 scoreline and held Sunderland to a goalless draw. Palace's attack has been more effective, scoring 1.67 goals per game, and they also boast a strong defense, conceding only 0.33 goals on average in their last five games. With an expected goals rate of 1.99, Palace has been creating quality chances upfront.

Final Prediction

Everton's home advantage and defensive solidity could give them the upper hand in this encounter. Their ability to keep clean sheets may be crucial against a potent Crystal Palace attack. Watch for Everton's defense to play a key role, as they seek to contain Palace's offensive threats and capitalize on any opportunities that come their way.