The Premier League Matchday 26 schedule features a clash between two teams that have had a very similar campaign so far, separated by just one point in the standings. At Goodison Park, a stadium set to be retired at the end of the season, Everton hosts Manchester United, undoubtedly one of the biggest disappointments of the 2024/2025 Premier League season. David Moyes, returning to the Toffees' bench after 11 years to replace the sacked Sean Dyche, has guided Everton to 14th place in the table. The team is coming off an impressive 2-1 victory away at Crystal Palace, thanks to goals from former Udinese striker Beto and ex-Juventus player Carlos Alcaraz. Meanwhile, Manchester United, failing to meet expectations, sits 15th with just one point less than their opponents and maintains a 12-point gap from the relegation zone. Given the considerable gap between Ruben Amorim’s squad and the European qualification spots, the Red Devils are expected to focus primarily on the Europa League and FA Cup, the only two competitions where they are still in contention. Despite their relative safety from the relegation battle, both teams will be eager to secure all three points to avoid any unpleasant surprises as the season progresses.

Everton's Shape & Key Statistics

Everton is currently in good form in the Premier League, collecting four wins and one draw in their last five league matches, including a thrilling last-minute equalizer in the Merseyside derby against Liverpool.

At Goodison Park, Everton has recorded four wins, five draws, and four defeats in the Premier League, averaging 1.38 goals scored per game and 1.15 conceded. One player to watch in this encounter is Beto, who has scored four goals in his last four matches.

Manchester United's Shape & Key Statistics

Manchester United enters this match after two consecutive Premier League defeats, the most recent being a 1-0 loss against Tottenham. The Red Devils have been highly inconsistent, as their last league draw dates back to January 5th.

In their last five away games, Amorim’s squad has managed two wins, one draw, and two losses, with an average of 1 goal scored per match and 1.2 conceded. Adding to their woes is the serious injury of Amad Diallo, the team’s joint top scorer (9 goals, along with Bruno Fernandes), ruling him out for the rest of the season.

Everton vs Manchester United Prediction & Tactical Overview

Although neither team has a clear objective in the league standings, this is expected to be a highly competitive match. Everton will aim to build on their recent positive results, while Manchester United is desperate to bounce back after two losses.

The last five head-to-head meetings have all been won by Manchester United, including a 4-0 victory in the reverse fixture, with Everton managing to score in only one of those encounters. Historically, Goodison Park has also favored United, who have won four of the last five meetings there, with Everton securing just one victory.

Given Manchester United’s strong record in this fixture, the BetMines algorithm prediction for Everton vs Manchester United favors an away win (sign 2).

• BetMines algorithm prediction for the match Everton vs Manchester United predicts the 1 at 30%
• BetMines algorithm prediction for Everton vs Manchester United predicts the X at 25%
• BetMines algorithm prediction for the match Everton vs Manchester United predicts the 2 at 44%

Everton vs Manchester United Predicted Lineups

Everton (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O'Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Gueye, Garner; Lindstrom, Alcaraz, Harrison; Beto. Coach: Moyes

Manchester United (3-4-2-1): Onana; Mazraoui, Maguire, De Ligt; Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Dorgu; Zirkzee, Garnacho; Hojlund. Coach: Amorim