Chelsea vs Everton: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Chelsea vs Everton in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:30 BST match.

Fixture: Chelsea vs Everton
Date: Saturday 26 April 2025
Kick-off: 12:30 BST
Venue: Stamford Bridge

The match at Stamford Bridge is likely to be a closely contested affair, with Chelsea holding the home advantage. Chelsea's recent form suggests they are capable of securing a win, especially given their strong record against Everton. However, Everton's resilience and ability to score late goals could make this a challenging encounter.

Expect Chelsea to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, but Everton's counter-attacking threat should not be underestimated. The match could hinge on Chelsea's ability to convert their chances and Everton's defensive organisation in the absence of key players.

Match Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Everton

Chelsea's recent form has been a mix of resilience and inconsistency. Their last five league matches have yielded two wins, two draws, and one loss.

Chelsea's performance against Fulham showcased their ability to come from behind, with late goals from Tyrique George and Pedro Neto securing the victory. However, their inability to convert chances against Arsenal and Brentford highlights areas for improvement as they aim to secure a spot in the UEFA Champions League.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Ipswich (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Brentford (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Tottenham (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Arsenal (A)
  

Everton have had a challenging run in their recent fixtures, with one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five league matches.

Everton's victory over Nottingham Forest was a testament to their fighting spirit, with Abdoulaye Doucoure scoring a dramatic winner in stoppage time. However, their recent league form has been inconsistent.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Man City (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Arsenal (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham (H)
  

Chelsea and Everton have a long-standing rivalry, with Chelsea holding a significant advantage in recent encounters. The last five league meetings between the two teams have brought a mix of results.

Chelsea's dominant 6-0 victory in their last meeting at Stamford Bridge highlights their potential to overpower Everton, although the Toffees have shown they can compete in this fixture.

• Everton 0-0 Chelsea (22 December 2024)
• Chelsea 6-0 Everton (15 April 2024)
• Everton 2-0 Chelsea (10 December 2023)
• Chelsea 2-2 Everton (18 March 2023)
• Everton 0-1 Chelsea (06 August 2022)
  

• Omari Kellyman - Hamstring injury
• Marc Guiu - Hamstring injury
• Wesley Fofana - Hamstring injury
• Mykhailo Mudryk - Suspended

The absence of these players could impact Chelsea's defensive and midfield options, with Fofana's experience being particularly missed at the back.

• Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Hamstring injury
• Orel Mangala - Knee injury
• Jesper Lindstrom - Groin injury
• James Tarkowski - Hamstring injury
• Armando Broja - Ineligible to play against his parent club

Everton's injury list is more extensive, with key players like Calvert-Lewin and Tarkowski sidelined. Their absence could significantly affect Everton's attacking and defensive capabilities.

Sánchez; James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; Jackson

Chelsea are likely to maintain their 4-2-3-1 formation, with Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernández pivotal in midfield. The absence of Fofana might see Chalobah and Colwill forming a central defensive partnership.

Pickford; O'Brien, Keane, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Harrison, Doucouré, Ndiaye; Beto

Everton may opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Michael Keane replacing the injured Tarkowski. Iliman Ndiaye's creativity will be crucial in the absence of Calvert-Lewin.

• Cole Palmer vs Idrissa Gueye: Palmer's ability to control the midfield and create chances will be tested by Gueye's tenacity and tackling prowess.
• Pedro Neto vs Vitaliy Mykolenko: Neto's pace and dribbling skills could pose a significant threat to Mykolenko, Everton's left-back.
• Nicolas Jackson vs Jake O'Brien: Jackson's movement and finishing will be key for Chelsea, while O'Brien's defensive resilience will be vital for Everton.
  

• Chelsea have won 29 of their 65 meetings with Everton in the Premier League, with 18 of those victories coming at home.
• This fixture has seen an average of 2.7 goals per game, suggesting a potential for an exciting match.
  

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