Prediction: Everton vs Southampton

Prediction: Draw

Best Odds: 23/10

Bookmaker: bet365

Everton fans have been forced to settle for a relatively mediocre season yet again, as the uncertainty surrounding the future of Sam Allardyce grows. Still, they’ll be thankful that they aren’t in Southampton’s position. The Saints are in the bottom three with just three games remaining, as they attempt to maintain their Premier League status for another year.

Everton

The Toffees haven’t had a whole lot to shout about for a few years now, having fallen out of favour when it comes to the top clubs in the division. They’re desperate to try and breathe some new life into Goodison Park, and while he may have brought them results, it seems as if the departure of Sam Allardyce would go a long way to satisfying the fans.

Team News

Mason Holgate is back in training but Calvert-Lewin will miss the rest of the season.

Southampton

Southampton’s habit of selling their best players has finally caught up to them, and now, they find themselves on the verge of slipping back into the Championship. Mark Hughes has proven himself to be a divisive figure in the past, and that’ll likely continue over the next few games as he desperately attempts to prevent the Saints from losing their top-flight status.

Team News

Steven Davis is still out injured, and Boufal will probably miss out due to issues with the manager.

Factors to Consider

• Southampton have only one PL win at Goodison Park which happened over two decades ago.
• The Toffees are looking to win three consecutive PL games for the first time this season.
• Earlier in the season, the Saints won just one game in a 17-game period – a 4-1 triumph over Everton.
• The Saints’ win over Bournemouth was their first in nine PL games.
• Everton won this fixture last season 3-0.

Conclusion

Everton fans are crying out for change, whereas Southampton fans are crying out for results. With both sides struggling to gain much momentum, we’re going to go with a 1-1 draw as both fail to gain the upper hand.

Prediction: Draw

Best Odds: 23/10

Bookmaker: bet365