Manchester United will be eager to bounce back from their recent struggles as they visit Everton at Goodison Park in the English Premier League. This early kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2025. Africa Football editor Allan Damba looks into the upcoming match.
Match Overview
Manchester United find themselves in an uncharacteristic position, sitting 15th in the table with 29 points from 25 matches. This represents a major decline for the most decorated club in England, which operates with one of the league’s largest budgets.
Meanwhile, Everton are gradually gaining momentum under new head coach David Moyes. They currently sit just one place above United in 14th, having collected 30 points from 25 matches.
In their most recent Premier League outings, Everton secured a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace, with goals from Beto and Carlos Alcaraz. On the other hand, Manchester United suffered a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, with James Maddison scoring the only goal.
Everton Recent Form Analysis
Everton have won three of their last five matches across all competitions, drawing one and losing one. During this period, they have scored nine goals and conceded five. In the Premier League, they have suffered nine defeats so far this season.
- Last five games: 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss
- Latest result: Crystal Palace 1-2 Everton
Manchester United Recent Form Analysis
Rúben Amorim’s side has recorded three wins and two losses in their last five matches across all competitions, failing to register a single draw. During this spell, Manchester United have scored five goals while conceding four. In the Premier League this season, the Red Devils have already suffered 12 defeats.
- Last five games: 3 wins, 2 losses
- Latest result: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United
Head-to-Head (last five meetings)
- Manchester United 4-0 Everton
- Manchester United 2-0 Everton
- Everton 0-3 Manchester United
- Manchester United 2-0 Everton
- Manchester United 3-1 Everton
Our Prediction for Everton vs Manchester United
Despite Manchester United’s struggles, they will be desperate to turn their fortunes around against Everton—a team they have dominated in recent meetings, winning each of their last five encounters.
For bettors, a Double Chance: Away (2) is a strong option, available at odds of 1.53 on 1xbet. Another safe bet is Under 3.5 goals, offered at 1.21 on 1xbet.
Player to Watch
Idrissa Gana Gueye: The Senegalese midfielder remains a key figure for Everton, providing crucial defensive stability with his experience and tactical awareness. If Everton are to pull off an upset against Manchester United at Goodison Park, Gueye will need to be at his best.
Best odds and betting tips
We’ve identified the following as the best betting options for this match:
- Double Chance: Away (2) – 1.53 (1xbet)
- Under 3.5 goals – 1.21 (1xbet)
