With three matches left, Luton Town finds themselves just one point inside the relegation zone, while Everton sits comfortably 11 points clear of the bottom three.
Following their securing of Premier League safety last weekend, Sean Dyche’s team travels to Kenilworth Road on Friday night.
Match Preview
Luton endured a 2-1 defeat against Wolverhampton Wanderers last weekend, with Carlton Morris scoring a late consolation goal.
The Hatters have now lost five of their last six Premier League matches, with 10 defeats in their previous 13 encounters.
Rob Edwards’ squad has also suffered 10 losses in their 17 home league games this season, conceding 32 goals in the process, with only Sheffield United and Burnley conceding more at home.
It’s notable that both teams have scored in each of Luton’s previous six home league games, with both sides scoring in 14 of their 17 home clashes this term.
On the other hand, Everton secured a 1-0 victory over Brentford last time out, despite registering only one attempt on target throughout the contest.
This win extended the Toffees’ winning streak to three matches, with 2-0 victories over Nottingham Forest and Liverpool preceding last weekend’s triumph.
Moreover, Everton has kept four clean-sheet victories in their previous five encounters, elevating Jordan Pickford to second on the shutouts leaderboard.
However, it’s essential to note that Dyche’s side has failed to win any of their last nine away league outings, recording three wins and six defeats in that time.
Head-to-Head:
Luton and Everton have already faced each other twice this season, with the Hatters winning 2-1 in both the Premier League and the FA Cup.
In the broader view, though, Luton has won just two of their previous 11 meetings with the Toffees across all competitions.
Team News & Updates:
The hosts are currently without Marvelous Nakamba, Jacob Brown, Tom Lockyer, Issa Kabore, Amari’i Bell, Dan Potts, Chiedozie Ogbene, and Mads Andersen.
As for the visitors, Dele Alli, Beto, Nathan Patterson, Seamus Coleman, and Lewis Dobbin are injured.
There are also uncertainties over Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Prediction & Analysis:
Although Luton Town has struggled this season, their home form suggests they could pose a threat, especially with both teams regularly finding the net in their matches.
However, Everton’s recent form and superior quality may tip the scales in their favor.
Our prediction leans towards a closely contested match with both teams scoring, but Everton emerging victorious at Kenilworth Road.
- Luton Town 1-2 Everton
