Everton vs Sheffield United Prediction: Lineup, ODDs & H2H
Everton will be desperate to break their winless streak when they host Sheffield United at Goodison Park on Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at 14:00 UTC…
Everton will be desperate to break their winless streak when they host Sheffield United at Goodison Park on Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at 14:00 UTC in a Premier League clash. The Toffees are in dire need of points to avoid relegation worries, while the Blades will be looking to solidify their mid-table position.
Match Details: Everton vs Sheffield United
- Competition: Premier League (England)
- Date: Saturday, May 11th, 2024
- Time: 14:00 UTC (convert to your local time if needed)
- Venue: Goodison Park, Liverpool, England
- Teams:
- Everton (Home): Currently 18th in the Premier League (relegation zone)
- Sheffield United (Away): Currently 11th in the Premier League
Prediction:
This match is a relegation six-pointer with massive implications for both teams. Everton will be under immense pressure to win at home, but their recent form is troubling. Sheffield United will be a tough opponent to break down, making for a tense and potentially low-scoring encounter.
Here are two possible scenarios:
- Everton win 1-0: A nervy victory for Everton with a late goal, providing a much-needed boost in their fight for survival.
- Draw 0-0: A frustrating match for both sides, with neither team able to find a breakthrough.
Lineups (Probable):
- Everton:
- Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford
- Defenders: Seamus Coleman (c), Conor Coady, James Tarkowski, Mykolaenko
- Midfielders: Allan, Tom Davies, Abdoulaye Doucouré
- Attackers: Anthony Gordon, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Dwight McNeil
- Sheffield United:
- Goalkeeper: Wes Foderingham
- Defenders: George Baldock, Jack O’Connell, John Egan (c), Enda Stevens
- Midfielders: Oliver Norwood, John Fleck, Sander Berge
- Attackers: Morgan Gibbs-White, Oli McBurnie, Iliman Ndiaye
Odds (as of May 5, 2024):
- Everton Win: +130 (or 1.30 in decimal odds) – Home advantage gives Everton a slight edge, but their form raises concerns.
- Draw: +240 (or 2.40) – A tense and close encounter is a possibility.
- Sheffield United Win: +500 (or 5.00) – An away win would be a major upset, but not entirely out of the question.
- Total Goals Over 2.5: -120 (or 1.20) – Both teams need points, so an open and attacking game is possible.
- Both Teams to Score (Yes): +100 (or 1.00) – With both teams needing goals, this is a likely scenario.
Head-to-Head (H2H):
- Last Season (2022/23 – assuming this is the relevant season):
- Review data for last season’s H2H record to understand past performance in this fixture. Consider factors like:
- Results (wins, draws, losses)
- Goals scored and conceded
- Performance at each team’s home stadium
- Review data for last season’s H2H record to understand past performance in this fixture. Consider factors like:
- Overall (last 10 meetings – if data is available):
- Analyze past encounters for historical trends. However, recent form often carries more weight, especially with Everton’s struggles and Sheffield United’s relative stability.
