Chelsea - Everton predictions and free betting tips [15/04/2024]

On Monday, 15th April, as part of the 33rd round of the Premier League, Chelsea will host Everton on their home turf. The hosts currently sit in ninth place in the league, trailing by just five points from sixth-place Manchester United, while the Toffees are fighting for survival, leading the relegation zone by just two points.

Predicted Lineups

Chelsea: Petrovic; Gusto, T Silva, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Gallagher; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson.
Everton: Pickford; Coleman, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Harrison, Garner, Onana, McNeil; Doucoure; Calvert-Lewin.

Chelsea

Despite a quality squad, Chelsea continues to disappoint their fans, and at present, the capital team only occupies 9th place in the Premier League table, far from the club's proclaimed expectations. Qualification for the Champions League has long been unattainable, however, a ticket to the lower-ranked European cups is still a reality (one game less played and 6 points behind the sixth position). In recent weeks the Blues have been more consistent in their results, remaining unbeaten in seven of their last matches (3 wins and 4 draws).

After a victory over Manchester United (4:3), Mauricio Pochettino's charges shared the points last weekend with the sinking Sheffield United (2:2): in response to goals from Thiago Silva and Madueke, the Blades responded with precise strikes from Bogle and McBurnie. The hosts' calendar is not favourable: in the coming weeks Chelsea face tough matches against Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Tottenham. 

Everton

Everton has been under threat of dropping out for a while now due to the Football Association's deduction of 8 points for financial malpractice. The Toffees currently hold the 16th place in the Premier League table, leading Luton Town by just two points with one game in hand. Last weekend the Blues recorded an important 1:0 victory over another basement dweller, Burnley, courtesy of Calvert-Lewin's lone goal.

This result put an end to a worrying 13-match winless streak (6 draws and 7 defeats). Sean Dyche's men have won five away games during the current campaign, albeit not since mid-December; in overall terms they rank tenth in away points (19 pts in 16 matches). Importantly, Everton has only scored 32 goals in the Premier League; only Sheffield United (30 goals) has a worse scoring record.

Head-To-Head

In the first leg, Chelsea lost to Everton with a score of 2:0, and the previous two head-to-head encounters in London ended in a draw.

Match Prediction Chelsea – Everton

Everton could give Chelsea a run for their money on Monday as the Toffees are fighting for survival and are in dire need of points - they are only two points clear of the relegation zone. However, Chelsea has been in good form in recent weeks, remaining unbeaten in the league since early February. Given that the Liverpudlians have not been able to triumph in their last nine away matches, a sensation here seems unlikely - I'm banking on a routine victory for the favourites with the support of the home crowd.

Total Prediction

Chelsea has amassed 16 goals in their last five home games across all competitions, and overall this season, they have demonstrated very good productivity (averaging two goals per game). I predict that the Londoner's individual total will be over 1.5 goals.

Corner Predictions

Chelsea outclasses its rival and will be far more aggressive, while the visitors will rely exclusively on counterattacks. I am betting on a win for the hosts in terms of corners.

Yellow Card Predictions

Everton averages 2.2 yellow cards per game, while Londoners average 3. I am placing a bet on the total number of cautions being over 3.5.

Score Prediction

I am betting on a precise score of 2:1 in favour of Chelsea.