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Everton vs Sunderland: Hosts Eyeing Strong Finish as Sunderland Seek Away Improvement
The final day of the Premier League season sees Everton hosting Sunderland. While both sides have shown mixed form, the home side's recent attacking uptick and Sunderland's struggles on the road suggest a potential edge for the Toffees in a game that could offer goals at both ends.
This fixture pits Everton's recent attacking intent against Sunderland's defensive frailties away from home. The Toffees have shown a willingness to push forward in their latest games, evidenced by increased shots on goal and corner kicks, suggesting they might attempt to overload the flanks and create chances. Sunderland, on the other hand, have seen their possession numbers rise recently, but their away tactical setup often appears more reactive, focusing on quicker transitions which has led to mixed results. The hosts will likely try to exploit Sunderland's weaker defensive record on the road, while Sunderland will be looking to leverage any attacking momentum gained from their last few away performances, potentially leading to an open contest.
Team statistics
Team Stats Comparison
Key points
- • Everton have averaged 2 goals scored in their last 3 games, a significant increase on their season average.
- • Sunderland have a poor away record, winning only 4 of 18 away matches this season.
- • Both teams' recent form indicates a tendency for goals, with Everton conceding 2.3 and Sunderland scoring 2 goals per game in their last three respective outings.
AI Prediction
Everton's recent attacking form, particularly at home, coupled with Sunderland's defensive struggles on the road, makes the home side the slight favourite. Both teams have shown a propensity to concede recently, and Sunderland's recent away games have seen a surprising uptick in goals scored, pointing towards a game with multiple goals and both teams finding the net.
- AIConfidencePickRecent Win% (20)
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H2H
Team recent
Everton Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AWAY | Crystal Palace | 2 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Manchester City | 3 - 3 | |||||
AWAY | West Ham | 1 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Liverpool | 1 - 2 | |||||
AWAY | Brentford | 2 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Chelsea | 3 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Arsenal | 0 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Burnley | 2 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Newcastle | 3 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Manchester United | 0 - 1 |
Everton have endured a season of inconsistency, mirroring their overall statistics of 1.3 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per game. However, recent form provides a glimmer of hope, with the last three matches yielding an average of 2 goals scored, albeit conceding 2.3. Their home form in this recent spell has been particularly potent, averaging 2.3 goals, despite a loss in their latest home fixture. Despite a slight dip in possession and passing accuracy in their most recent outings, there are signs of offensive life.
Sunderland Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HOME | Manchester United | 0 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Wolves | 1 - 1 | |||||
HOME | Nottingham Forest | 0 - 5 | |||||
AWAY | Aston Villa | 3 - 4 | |||||
HOME | Tottenham | 1 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Newcastle | 2 - 1 | |||||
HOME | Brighton | 0 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Leeds | 1 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Bournemouth | 1 - 1 | |||||
HOME | Fulham | 1 - 3 |
Sunderland's season has been characterised by parity, with an equal number of wins, draws, and losses overall. Their away form, however, paints a less encouraging picture, with a mere 22.2% win rate and conceding 1.5 goals per game on average, compared to scoring just 0.8. Recent away form has seen a surprising surge in offensive output, scoring 2 goals per game over the last three away fixtures, but this has been coupled with a concession rate of 2 goals, and a concerning disciplinary record including a red card in their last away outing. Their last match was a 1-1 draw, which saw them maintain possession and passing accuracy.
Odds
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