As the 2024/25 Premier League season progresses, Tottenham Hotspur is set to host Everton at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on August 24.
Both teams are eager to secure their first victory of the campaign, with Spurs sitting in 12th place on one point and Everton languishing at the bottom of the league without any points. This match presents a crucial opportunity for both sides to turn their fortunes around.
Match Preview
Tottenham enters this fixture following a 1-1 draw against Leicester City, where they exhibited a strong first-half performance but ultimately dropped points after conceding an equalizer.
Spurs had taken the lead in the 29th minute but failed to capitalize on their dominance, which allowed Leicester to regroup and score in the second half.
This draw extended Tottenham’s winless streak to three matches, including two defeats in preseason friendlies against Bayern Munich.
The team has struggled to convert their chances into wins, managing to win only two of their last eight Premier League matches.
However, their home form has been relatively strong, with four wins in their last six league games at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and an impressive record of scoring two or more goals in 10 of their last 12 home encounters.
On the other hand, Everton arrives at this match following a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Brighton, where they struggled defensively and suffered a red card that further compounded their woes.
The loss highlighted their ongoing struggles, as they have only managed to win one of their last seven matches across all competitions.
Their only league victory came against Sheffield United, a team that faced relegation last season.
Everton’s away form has been particularly concerning, as they have won just one of their last 12 Premier League matches on the road and have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last eight away games.
Head to Head
Historically, Tottenham has had the upper hand over Everton in recent league encounters, remaining undefeated in their last seven meetings.
This includes a series of solid performances that have seen Spurs claim four victories and three draws against the Toffees.
The consistency of Tottenham’s results against Everton will give them confidence heading into this match, especially considering their strong home advantage.
Team News
For Tottenham, there are concerns regarding the fitness of Pedro Porro, who had to be substituted during the match against Leicester City.
Additionally, Rodrigo Bentancur is set to miss out due to a head injury sustained in the same game.
These absences may require manager Ange Postecoglou to make adjustments to his starting lineup.
Everton will travel to London without suspended fullback Ashley Young, which leaves them short in defense.
They are also dealing with injuries to Jarrad Branthwaite, Seamus Coleman, and Nathan Patterson, further complicating their defensive options.
Manager Sean Dyche will need to find a way to shore up his backline as they prepare for a challenging encounter against a potent Tottenham attack.
Prediction
Given the current form and recent performances of both teams, Tottenham is favored to secure a victory in this matchup.
With Everton struggling defensively and Tottenham’s strong home record, we predict Spurs will win comfortably while potentially keeping a clean sheet.
- Score Prediction: Tottenham 3-0 Everton
Betting Tips
Tottenham to Win: Betting on a Spurs victory is advisable, given their strong recent record against Everton and home advantage.
Over 2.5 Goals: Considering Tottenham’s attacking capabilities, betting on over 2.5 goals in the match is a good option.
Both Teams to Score – No: Given Everton’s defensive struggles, placing a bet on Tottenham winning without conceding could yield positive returns.
Solanke to Score Anytime: If Solanke is fit to play, betting on him to find the net during the match is a worthy consideration, as he remains a key goal-scoring threat for Spurs.
