Match Preview
Everton FC welcomes Manchester United to Goodison Park on February 22, 2025, in a highly anticipated Premier League game. Scheduled at a 12:30 PM GMT kick-off time, this match is of immense significance to both teams as they try to climb the league standings.
Everton, once again under the control of David Moyes, has witnessed a change in fortunes. The Toffees have emerged victorious in four out of their last five Premier League games, scoring 12 goals along the way. This upsurge has placed them in 14th place in the league, just one point above Manchester United who occupy the 15th place. A win today could further distance Everton from the relegation zone and give them momentum for the remainder of the season. Manchester United, however, is suffering from a run of problems.
The Red Devils have won only four league games since Ruben Amorim took charge as the manager. Their recent form has been concerning, with back-to-back defeats without scoring, putting extra pressure on Amorim and his squad. To their woes is an injury crisis that has benched 10 of their 26 first-team players, among them their most vital players like Marcus Rashford and Amad Diallo. This lack has made United rely so heavily on their academy talents, with eight youth players being named to the bench for their recent match against Tottenham Hotspur.
Everton vs Manchester United H2H Stats Historically, Manchester United has dominated this fixture. In their last five Premier League meetings, the Red Devils have won all five. Interestingly, Everton's most recent win against Manchester United was on April 21, 2019, when they won 4-0 at Goodison Park.
Recent Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)
| Date | Competition | Result |
|------------|---------------|-------------------------|
| 09 April 2023 | Premier League | Manchester Utd 2-0 Everton |
| 06 January 2023 | FA Cup | Manchester Utd 3-1 Everton |
| 09 October 2022 | Premier League | Everton 1-2 Manchester Utd |
| 09 April 2022 | Premier League | Everton 1-0 Manchester Utd |
| 02 October 2021 | Premier League | Manchester Utd 1-1 Everton
Overall Head-to-Head Stats
- Total Matches Played: 38
- Manchester United Wins: 22
- Everton Wins: 7
- Draws: 9
Recent Form
Everton’s Last 5 Matches
✅ Everton 3-1 Brentford
✅ Everton 2-0 Luton Town
✅ Everton 4-2 Nottingham Forest
❌ Everton 1-2 Chelsea
✅ Everton 2-1 West Ham
Manchester United's Last 5 Matches
❌ Manchester Utd 0-1 Tottenham
❌ Manchester Utd 0-2 Arsenal
✅ Manchester Utd 2-1 Wolves
Manchester Utd 1-1 Aston Villa
✅ Manchester Utd 3-2 Crystal Palace
Predicted Lineups
Note: Due to the injury worries, these lineups are hypothetical and subject to revision depending on managerial choices and the fitness of the players.
Everton (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford
- Defenders: Nathan Patterson, James Tarkowski, Michael Keane, Vitaliy Mykolenko
- Midfielders: Idrissa Gueye, Amadou Onana; Dwight McNeil, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Alex Iwobi
- Forward: Beto
Manchester United (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: André Onana
- Defenders: Diogo Dalot, Raphaël Varane, Lisandro Martínez, Luke Shaw
- Midfielders: Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes
- Forwards: Facundo Pellistri, Anthony Martial, Alejandro Garnacho
Key Players to Watch
Everton
- Beto: The Portuguese striker has been in scintillating form, and his recent goal glut has been the driving force behind Everton's turnaround. His aerial ability and goal-scoring menace make him a genuine threat to United's backline.
- Jordan Pickford: England shot-stopper Pickford's ability to stop shots will be crucial in repelling United's strikers.
Manchester United
- Bruno Fernandes: United playmaker Fernandes' creativity and vision will be crucial as the creative force of United's midfield, given the injury-induced losses in the team. His set-piece expertise and ability to score match-winning goals make him a constant threat.
- Casemiro: The defensive midfielder's play-breaking skills and ability to switch defense into attack will be key in controlling the game's tempo.
Tactical Insights
Everton's Approach
With Moyes, Everton has adopted a pragmatic approach, focusing on defensive solidity and quick transitions. The midfield combination of Gueye and Onana provides a solid defensive wall, while Doucoure's box-to-box work assists with defensive tasks as well as supporting forays into attack. The width provided by McNeil and Iwobi will test opposing defenses, creating avenues for Beto to exploit.
Manchester United's Strategy
Amorim likes a possession-based style, with Casemiro anchoring the midfield and facilitating Eriksen and Fernandes to dictate the pace. The full-backs, Dalot and Shaw, are encouraged to advance, providing width and creating crosses into the box. The excessive use of young forwards due to injuries, however, could harm United's attacking coherence, placing additional workload on the midfield to find scoring opportunities.
Injury Concerns
Everton
The Toffees have been reasonably fortunate on the injury front, with no major absentees to mention before this match. This has allowed Moyes to employ a consistent lineup, which has served to develop cohesion and understanding between the players.
Manchester United
The Red Devils are struggling with a lengthy injury list. The loss of key attackers like Rashford and Antony has significantly diminished their attacking options. Additionally, defensive injuries have undermined the solidity of the defense, resulting in frequent reshuffling and reliance on inexperienced players.
Match Prediction & Betting Tips
- Everton Win Probability: 40%
- Manchester United Win Probability: 35%
- Draw Probability: 25%
Scoreline Prediction:
Everton 2-1 Manchester United
Betting Tips:
✅ Over 2.5 Goals (Both teams have been weak in defense)
✅ Beto to Score Anytime (Formed Everton forward could capitalize on United's weakened defense)
✅ Both Teams to Score (United still has attacking dangers irrespective of injuries)
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Final Thoughts
With Everton better in form and at home, they have a good chance of ending their losing run against Manchester United. But United's trend in this match and their quality players could make this an unpredictable and thrilling game.
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