Arsenal have won each of their last ten home games against Everton with supporters in attendance, while the Toffees' most-recent such victory in North London came all the way back in 1996, so will this go the way of the Gunners too?
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Having dropped yet more Premier League points last Sunday, Arsenal can ill-afford another slip-up here. Last weekend, the Gunners were held to a 1-1 draw by Fulham at Craven Cottage, equalising through William Saliba soon after half time, with Bukayo Saka seemingly snatching victory at the death, sparking wild scenes of celebration in the Putney End, only for VAR to have other ideas.
Prior to this, Mikel Arteta's team had won three successive Premier League games, but now find themselves third, six points adrift run-away league-leaders Liverpool, having played a game more. With fixtures against Crystal Palace, Ipswich, Brentford and Brighton to come before a huge North London derby in mid-January, Arsenal really need to go on an extended winning run, if they're to remain in the title hunt.
On Wednesday night, the Gunners did take a big step towards the Champions League round of 16, swatting aside Monaco 3-0 at home, with Saka scoring twice before Kai Havertz secured victory from close-range, catapulting them up to third in the gigantic league table. So, will Gooners worldwide have another home win to celebrate here?
Everton meantime were not in action last weekend, with the last-ever Merseyside derby at Goodison postponed a mere four hours prior to kick off on Saturday as a result of Storm Darragh. When they did last take to the field ten days ago, Sean Dyche's team emphatically ended their five-match winless streak by smashing Wolves 4-0, the highlight of the night being Ashley Young's sumptuous free-kick, becoming the oldest player in Premier League history to score a direct free-kick.
This is also the first time since November 1903 that the Toffees have failed to score in four successive fixtures, before ending such a sequence by scoring four or more. The Blues therefore climbed up to 15th, five points clear of danger, with that victory so vital considering, after this daunting trip to North London, they'll welcome Chelsea to Goodison, before visiting Manchester City on Boxing Day; Merry Christmas Evertonians! So, can the Blues spring a major surprise?
Arsenal vs Everton Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 223.
- Arsenal Wins: 112. Draws: 46. Everton Wins: 65.
Arsenal Team News
Benjamin White and Takehiro Tomiyasu are sidelined long-term, while Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori, and Oleksandr Zinchenko also sat out Wednesday's win, with Jurriën Timber only fit enough for a late cameo. Short of defenders, 18 year old Myles Lewis-Skelly made just his second senior start against Monaco, staring from left-back, so he could start again, if Arteta remains short of defensive options. Elsewhere, Gabriel Jesus was handed a rare start, having three shots but unable to end his goal-draught, but Kai Havertz will lead the line this time, coming off the bench to score late on in the Champions League. Lastly, Kieran Tierney has been an unused substitute during the last three matches, hoping to feature for Arsenal for the first time in 496 days.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Everton: (4-2-3-1): Raya; Partey, Saliba, Kiwior, Timber; Rice, Merino, Ødegaard; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli.
Arsenal Player to Watch vs Everton
Bukayo Saka's brace, and late assist, against Monaco took his tally to nine goals and 12 assists already this season, although he's only ever netted once in nine previous meetings with Everton.
Everton Team News
Following an impromptu weekend off, Sean Dyche's team will be refreshed and recharged. He's likely to name an unchanged lineup, featuring Abdoulaye Doucouré in a more advanced number ten role, providing the Toffees with much-needed midfield balance. James Garner, Tim Iroegbunam and Youssef Chermiti all remain sidelined, but Chelsea loanee Armando Broja did make his long-awaited debut against Wolves, following a long spell on the sidelines due to an Achilles tendon issue.
Everton predicted lineup vs Arsenal: (4-3-3) :Pickford; Young, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Gana Gueye, Mangala, Doucouré, McNeil, Ndiaye; Calvert-Lewin.
Everton Player to Watch vs Arsenal
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has two goals to his name this season, while he's previously scored twice against Arsenal, both coming in defeat at the Emirates, hoping to avoid a repeat of that part of the equation.
Arsenal vs Everton Prediction
We're backing Arsenal to claim a very comfortable victory. Prior to smashing Wolves, Everton had failed to score in four successive matches, hammered 4-0 at Old Trafford a fortnight ago, with a similar scoreline forecast in the Gunners' favour on Saturday: Arsenal 3-0 Everton.
Arsenal vs Everton FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Arsenal vs Everton Premier League game on TV channel?
Arsenal vs Everton Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock & SiriusXM FC
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada
How to watch Arsenal vs Everton Premier League game on live streaming?
Arsenal vs Everton Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock & SiriusXM FC
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Arsenal vs Everton in the Premier League?
Arsenal vs Everton takes place on Saturday 14 December 2024, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PST).