Prediction: Everton vs West Ham

Verdict: Everton double chance

Best Odds: 8/15

Bookmaker: Unibet

Looking to pick up their first Premier League victory of the season on Sunday afternoon, Everton will welcome West Ham to Goodison Park.

Everton

Starting with the hosts, while Everton might still be waiting for their first Premier League victory of the season, Frank Lampard’s side should be smelling a chance here. Last seen on Premier League duties playing out a gritty 0-0 stalemate at home against bitter local rivals Liverpool, the Blues have now played out a draw in each of their last four top-flight showdowns. Hoping to try and pick up a boost on Sunday afternoon, the ex-Chelsea boss should be somewhat excited by his side’s extended displays on home soil. On a run that stems all the way back to March 13th, it should be noted that Everton have lost just a pair of their last nine Premier League matchups at Goodison Park. Knowing that a first victory of the season this weekend will skyrocket them away from the drop zone, Lampard’s side will know that they face a must-win battle here.

Team News

Picking up a thigh injury earlier in the month, England international goalkeeper Jordan Pickford will miss out on Sunday afternoon. Arriving on a short-term deal this week, Eldin Jakupovic is likely to start between the sticks.

The likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Ben Godfrey, Yerry Mina and Andros Townsend will also not feature here.

West Ham

As for the visitors, while West Ham might have eventually managed to scrape a hard-fought 3-2 victory away at Silkeborg while on European duties in midweek, the Hammers do have the feel of a side seeking some stability. Last seen on Premier League action getting hit with a controversial 2-1 loss against London rivals Chelsea, David Moyes’ men have won just one of their opening six top-flight matchups. Making the trip to Goodison Park on Sunday afternoon sat in the drop zone, the ex-Manchester United boss does find some pressure on his shoulders. Although West Ham might have claimed back-to-back wins against Everton last season, it should be noted that Moyes’ side have won just one of their previous eight Premier League matchups continuing on from last season. Likewise, showing some extended issues at the back, the Hammers could be in for a tough test here.

Team News

Having to settle for a spot on the bench against Silkeborg earlier in the week, the likes of Michail Antonio, Kurt Zouma and Jarrod Bowen are likely to make a full return here.

However, West Ham have confirmed that the defensive duo of Nayef Aguerd and Ben Johnson will miss out on Sunday’s trip to Goodison Park.

Key Factors to Consider

• West Ham picked up back-to-back Premier League victories when they faced off against Everton last season.
• However, continuing on from the summer break, the Hammers have managed to win just a pair of their last 13 top-flight matchups.
• Everton have now played out a stalemate in each of their last four Premier League matchups on the spin.
• The Toffees have lost just a pair of their last nine Premier League contests at Goodison Park continuing on from last season.
• West Ham have lost seven of their last nine Premier League matchups away from the London Stadium.

Conclusion

While West Ham might have claimed back-to-back Premier League victories against Everton last season, the Hammers could face a stern test here. With Sunday’s hosts last seen playing out a rugged 0-0 stalemate at home against bitter local rivals Liverpool, Lampard’s side will be desperate to get their first victory on the board. Although the Hammers might have managed to scrape their way to another European win earlier in the week, the Londoners have shown some extended domestic issues. Along with winning just a pair of their previous 13 top-flight showdowns, it should also be noted that West Ham have lost seven of their last nine Premier League contests on the road. In what appears to be a must-win battle for both sides, we’re backing a home double chance here.

Verdict: Everton double chance

Best Odds: 8/15

Bookmaker: Unibet