Team Analysis
The match, originally scheduled for December, was postponed due to weather conditions. Since that time, Everton has appointed David Moyes as their head coach. Although they began his tenure with a narrow defeat to Aston Villa, the squad quickly found its form, achieving three consecutive victories, including a resounding 4-0 win over Leicester City. However, injuries to key players like Broja, Calvert-Lewin, and McNeil could impact their performance.
Liverpool, meanwhile, has faced a rigorous schedule, playing four matches in 11 days across various competitions. Despite a setback in the FA Cup, where they were eliminated by Plymouth Argyle, they bounced back with a convincing 4-0 victory over Tottenham in the League Cup. With only Trent Alexander-Arnold absent due to injury, Liverpool will field a strong lineup, aiming to capitalize on any weaknesses in Everton’s defense.
Head-to-Head
Historically, Liverpool holds a slight edge over Everton in their 39 encounters, winning 51% of the matches. Last season, Liverpool won at Anfield, while Everton secured a victory at Goodison Park. Notably, recent meetings have tended to be low-scoring, with six of the last seven encounters featuring fewer than three goals. This trend suggests that the upcoming match may also see limited goal-scoring opportunities.
Prediction
Given the context of the match, a low-scoring affair is likely. Liverpool's recent away matches have seen them score no more than two goals, and Everton has shown defensive resilience under Moyes, not conceding more than two goals in recent outings. Therefore, a prediction of total goals under 3 seems sensible, reflecting the historical trend of low-scoring derbies. Additionally, with both teams potentially cautious in their approach, a final score prediction of 0-2 in favor of Liverpool could be realistic, as they seek to solidify their position at the top of the Premier League.
Key considerations include a potential bet on total yellow cards over 3.5, given the nature of derby matches and the referee's tendency to issue cards. Overall, this match promises to be competitive and closely contested, with both teams eager to assert their dominance in this fierce rivalry.
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