- Date and Time: Thursday, Saturday 8, 2025, 16:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Goodison Park, Liverpool, England
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| Everton vs Bournemouth | Thursday, Saturday 8, 2025, 16:00 GMT+1 |
| Everton odds | 2.62 |
| Bournemouth odds | 2.56 |
| Draw | 3.54 |
| Over\Under | Total 2.5: 1.82/1.98 |
Everton vs Bournemouth Preview and Team news
Everton Team News
Everton have undergone a tactical makeover since David Moyes returned to Goodison. The Toffees are looking to shed their old, direct style in favor of a more controlled, possession-based approach. Moyes has stressed the importance of building play from the back and maintaining composure under pressure, a shift that was evident in their recent performances.
In their last five matches, Everton recorded an emphatic 4-0 win over Leicester City, a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Brighton, a thrilling 3-2 win against Tottenham, a narrow 0-1 defeat to Aston Villa, and a convincing 2-0 win over Peterborough in the FA Cup.
Back in FA Cup action this weekend! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/JtjdErMAMq
— Everton (@Everton) February 4, 2025
This run has injected a measure of optimism in a side long associated with inconsistency, although lingering injury problems continue to hamper the squad.
Injury woes remain a significant concern for Everton. Key players have been sidelined, with Seamus Coleman suffering a muscle injury, Dominic Calvert-Lewin battling a hamstring strain, Orel Mangala out with a knee injury, and Dwight McNeil also struggling with a knee issue. Armando Broja’s ankle injury further compounds Everton’s offensive concerns.
The main transfer news is that Everton have signed Argentinian midfielder Carlos Alcaraz on loan from Flamengo for the rest of the 2024/25 campaign, with an option to buy at the end of the season.
We have signed Argentinian midfielder Carlos Alcaraz on loan from @Flamengo for the rest of the 2024/25 campaign, with an option to buy at the end of the season.
Welcome to Everton, @charlyalcaraz37! 🔵
— Everton (@Everton) February 4, 2025
Everton’s tactical trends over their recent matches have shown a deliberate shift: more patient build-up play in midfield, increased passing in the middle third, and an emphasis on controlled transitions – even though this approach sometimes leads to miscontrolled passes and a dearth of clear-cut chances.
Everton predicted lineup vs Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Lindstrøm, Gueye, Garner, Doucoure, Ndiaye; Beto.
Bournemouth Team News
Bournemouth have enjoyed one of the finest runs in their recent history and are emerging as one of the Premier League’s most intriguing sides. Under manager Andoni Iraola, the Cherries have embraced a style built on aggressive pressing, rapid transitions, and a unique long-ball approach.
Their recent fixtures underline their adaptability and resilience: a tough 0–2 loss to Liverpool was followed by a resounding 5-0 demolition of Nottingham Forest, a commanding 4-1 victory at Newcastle United, a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Chelsea, and a striking 5-1 win over West Bromwich Albion.
Onto another week 👊 pic.twitter.com/OePKhInviN
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) February 2, 2025
Tactically, Bournemouth have distinguished themselves by eschewing the conventional low-block defensive setup. Instead, they employ an aggressive man-to-man marking system combined with high pressing and rapid long-ball transitions.
This approach sees Bournemouth attempting over 1,400 long passes this season. This is more than several of their Premier League rivals, which enables them to bypass midfield congestion and create quick, dangerous counter-attacks.
Their front three, featuring dynamic talents such as Antoine Semenyo, Justin Kluivert and Dango Ouattara, are particularly adept at exploiting spaces left by opponents, especially when the opposing teams lose control of the ball in midfield.
Our historic unbeaten Premier League run comes to an end against the league leaders. pic.twitter.com/jOCJhTV9UK
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) February 1, 2025
While Bournemouth’s attacking philosophy is clearly paying dividends, they too are not without injury concerns.
Enes Ünal is out until mid-October with a cruciate ligament injury. Evanilson will return in early April after a metatarsal fracture and Marcos Senesi aims for a mid-March return post-thigh surgery.
Julián Araujo, Alex Scott, Adam Smith, James Hill and Luis Sinisterra are expected back in February.
Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Everton (4-3-3): Kepa; Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Christie, Adams; Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo; Ouattara.
Bet hereEverton vs Bournemouth Prediction
- Pick: Everton won`t lose
- Odds: 1.53 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Everton 1-1 Bournemouth
On one side, Everton are trying to re-establish themselves with a more measured, possession-oriented approach under Moyes, even if it sometimes leaves them exposed to quick counter-attacks.
Their recent wins demonstrate that when they are in great form, they can dominate games. However, inconsistency and injury concerns still loom large.
Let’s go, JK 👌 pic.twitter.com/nHLAExk2EK
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) February 1, 2025
On the other side, Bournemouth’s fearless, direct style that built on aggressive pressing and swift long-ball transitions, has made them one of the most dynamic sides in the league. Their ability to counter quickly and disrupt opposition play could prove particularly problematic for Everton, especially if their midfield struggles to control the tempo.
The key tactical battle will be in the midfield: if Everton can neutralize Bournemouth’s quick breaks and force them to play a more possession-based game, the home side could edge the tie. However, if Bournemouth manage to press high and capitalize on any lapses in concentration, they could well snatch a crucial away win.
Everton vs Bournemouth Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Over 8.5 corners
- Odds: 1.3 (22Bet)
This season both Everton and Bournemouth have demonstrated attacking styles, leading to a high number of corners in their matches. In their recent encounters, they have averaged over 10 corners per game.
Considering this trend, I choose Over 8.5 Corners in this FA Cup match. This seems a very attractive option to me.
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