Tottenham vs Everton: Match preview, possible lineups, predictions and team news

Tottenham vs Everton: Match preview, possible lineups, predictions and team news

Hassan Abdulsalam 10:58 - 22.12.2023

The match promises to be a competitive and intriguing encounter, with both teams showing good form and having their strengths and challenges​​​​​​​​​​​​.

The Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton is set to be a thrilling encounter, scheduled for Saturday, 23rd December 2023. 

This match will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London, kicking off at 4 pm WAT.

Tottenham Hotspur's Recent Form and Lineup:

Under Ange Postecoglou's guidance, Tottenham has been performing impressively, eyeing a spot in the top four of the league. Coming off back-to-back victories, including a comfortable 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest, Spurs are just a point behind Manchester City. 

However, they face several player absences: Giovani Lo Celso and Brennan Johnson are doubtful, while Destiny Udogie and Yves Bissouma are suspended. 

Additionally, due to injuries, Micky van de Ven, James Maddison, Manor Solomon, Ryan Sessegnon, Ivan Perisic, Ashley Phillips, Rodrigo Bentancur, and Alfie Whiteman are also out. The predicted lineup for Tottenham is a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring players like Vicario, Porro, Romero, Davies, Royal, Sarr, Hojbjerg, Johnson, Kulusevski, Son, and Richarlison.

Everton's Recent Form and Lineup:

Everton, managed by Sean Dyche, have been on a remarkable upswing, winning their last four Premier League matches and moving out of the relegation zone despite a ten-point deduction earlier in the season. 

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Key players like Ukrainian defender Vitaly Mykolenko are available, but Seamus Coleman, Ashley Young, Abdoulaye Doucoure, and Dele Alli face injury concerns. The predicted Everton lineup in a 5-4-1 formation includes Pickford, Patterson, Godfrey, Keane, Tarkowski, Mykolenko, Harrison, Onana, Garner, McNeil, and Calvert-Lewin.

Head-to-Head and Key Players:

Historically, Tottenham has a slight edge over Everton, with 70 wins to Everton's 57 and 59 draws between them. Key players to watch in this match include Tottenham's Son Heung-Min, who has been in fine form this season, and Everton's Abdoulaye Doucouré, known for his scoring ability.

Playing Styles and Tactics:

Despite numerous injuries, Tottenham's style under Postecoglou has been flexible and practical. On the other hand, Everton has shown impressive defensive solidity in their recent matches.

Betting Tips and Predictions:

Betting odds favor Tottenham, with suggestions of a possible win for them. The Over/Under is set at 2.5 goals, with Tottenham favored to win and over 2.5 goals being a likely outcome. However, Everton's recent form makes them competitive, especially given their strong away record this season.

Time and how to watch:

The match will not be broadcast live on SuperSports; however, it will be at 4 pm WAT. Live coverage and expert analysis can be followed on Pulse Sport's dedicated match blog.

In conclusion, this match promises to be a competitive and intriguing encounter, with both teams showing good form and having their strengths and challenges​​​​​​​​​​​​.

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