Molineux Stadium sets the stage for an all-Premier League EFL Cup clash as Wolverhampton Wanderers host Everton. Both teams will view this competition as a genuine opportunity for silverware, making for an intriguing tactical battle.
Wolves’ fluid attacking style under their manager will be tested against Everton’s organized defensive structure and counter-attacking threat. This home vs away match preview examines which Premier League side will advance to the next round in what promises to be a closely-fought encounter.
Team Recent Form
Wolverhampton Wanderers: WLLWD
Everton: DLWWW
Key Stats
- Everton are unbeaten in their last 4 away matches across all competitions (2W, 2D).
- Wolves have scored in 8 of their last 10 home matches at Molineux.
- There have been under 2.5 goals in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these sides.
I predict the correct score will be Wolves 1 – 1 Everton (Everton to win on penalties). This has all the makings of a tight, cagey affair between two well-matched Premier League sides. Both teams will be cautious about over-committing, leading to a low-scoring game that could easily go to extra time. Everton’s slightly better recent form and defensive solidity might give them the edge in a penalty shootout.
Wolves vs Everton H2H
- Everton are unbeaten in the last 4 head-to-head meetings (2W, 2D).
- The last meeting ended in a 1-1 draw at Goodison Park in the Premier League.
- Wolves’ last victory against Everton was a 1-0 win in the 2020/21 season.
- There have been under 2.5 goals in 4 of the last 5 encounters between these clubs.
Pre Game Odds
- Wolves Win: 6/5
- Draw: 23/10
- Everton Win: 2/1
(Odds are indicative and subject to change)
Team News Home
Wolves will be without key striker due to a hamstring injury, while midfielder is suspended. Manager is expected to rotate his squad, with opportunities for players like and . Defender remains a long-term absentee.
Team News Away
Everton have several injury concerns, particularly in midfield. Key player is a major doubt, while defender is suspended. Manager may give chances to squad players, with striker expected to lead the line in place of the rested .
Possible Line-ups
Wolverhampton Wanderers: Sa; Semedo, Kilman, Toti, Ait-Nouri; Gomes, Lemina; Sarabia, Bellegarde, Neto; Silva
Everton: Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Onana; Harrison, Doucouré, McNeil; Beto
Wolves vs Everton Betting Tips
Tip 1 – Result: Draw. This is too close to call and likely to end level in regulation time.
Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Under 2.5 goals. Both teams’ recent H2H history suggests a low-scoring affair.
Tip 3 – Both teams to score: Yes. Both sides possess enough quality to find the net in this closely-matched contest.
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