Tournament: Premier League
Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium, Everton
Date: 20.12.2025
Time: 20:00 GMT

Everton vs Arsenal Form and Head to Head

Everton's most recent result was a 2-0 away win against Chelsea. The Toffees have been in decent form, having won three of their last six Premier League matches, including a dominant 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at home. However, they have also suffered defeats against Bournemouth and Newcastle in that time.

Arsenal, currently top of the league, suffered a 2-1 home defeat in their last match against Wolves. Despite this setback, the Gunners are undefeated in 12 of their last 13 Premier League matches. They also secured a 3-0 away win against Club Brugge in the Champions League recently.

One fact to consider is that Everton have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 4 home matches against Arsenal in all competitions. The previous meeting between these two sides ended in a 1-1 draw at Goodison Park in April 2025.

Looking at the last six encounters, Arsenal have had the edge, winning three, drawing two, and losing just one. Arsenal are undefeated in their last 5 matches against Everton in all competitions.

Who is the betting favourite in Everton vs Arsenal?

According to the latest odds, Arsenal are favourites to overcome Everton, with an implied win probability of 62%. Everton, by contrast, are seen as clear underdogs, carrying an implied win chance of just 15%.

Match Result Best Odds Bookmaker
Arsenal 8/13 888sport
Everton 11/2 Betfred
Draw 31/10 bet365

Odds last updated at 3PM Friday, 19th December.

Everton vs Arsenal Team News

Everton have several key players missing for this fixture. Branthwaite is sidelined with an injury, while Dewsbury-Hall and Coleman are doubtful. Grealish is also doubtful. Ndiaye and Gueye are both away on international duty.

Arsenal are without White and Magalhães due to injury. Havertz, Mosquera, and Dowman are also unavailable. Calafiori returns from suspension and will start at left-back. Timber is fit again and will start at right-back.

Everton vs Arsenal Predicted Lineups

Everton (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Mykolenko, Tarkowski, Keane, O'Brien; Iroegbunam, Garner; Dibling, Alcaraz, Barry; Grealish

Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Raya; Calafiori, Hincapié, Saliba, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi; Trossard, Eze, Saka; Gyökeres

Lineups powered by WhoScored.

Everton vs Arsenal Match Prediction

Despite Everton's home advantage, Arsenal's superior form and quality should see them emerge victorious. The Gunners are strong in attacking set pieces and creating chances through through balls, while Everton struggle with keeping possession and finishing chances. Arsenal are also likely to dominate possession. Given their attacking prowess and Everton's defensive frailties due to injuries, a 4-1 win for Arsenal seems a likely outcome.

Prediction: Everton 1-4 Arsenal

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Declan Rice has recorded 1+ shots on target in 7 of their last 8 apps in the Premier League.
Best odds of 13/8 at SpreadEx while publishing.

Leandro Trossard has scored in 3 of their last 4 apps in the Premier League.
Best odds of 7/5 at BetMGM while publishing.

Bukayo Saka has recorded 2+ shots on target in 5 of their last 7 apps in the Premier League.
Best odds of 21/10 at PricedUp while publishing.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has scored in 3 of their last 5 apps in the Premier League.
Best odds of 15/2 at bet365 while publishing.

Jack Grealish has won 3+ fouls in 4 of their last 6 apps in the Premier League.
Best odds of 10/11 at Skybet while publishing.

Vitalii Mykolenko has been carded in 2 of their last 3 apps in the Premier League.
Best odds of 13/2 at 10bet while publishing.

Everton vs Arsenal Bet Builder Tip

Our Everton vs Arsenal Bet Builder Tip includes Arsenal to win, both teams to score, Timber over 1.5 tackles, and B. Saka to commit over 0.5 fouls.

Best odds of 7/1 available at BetMGM while publishing. 

Arsenal to win

Arsenal have experienced a slight dip in form recently, dropping points against Chelsea and Aston Villa in their last five Premier League matches. However, it’s important to note that both of those teams are top‑5 sides, and Arsenal’s performances against mid‑table opponents have remained strong.

This suggests that they are likely to assert themselves against a team like Everton, who have struggled against top‑6 opposition this season. Arsenal to win selection reflects the expectation that the Gunners should secure all three points at home against a weaker side.

Both teams to score

Losing Gabriel and Saliba has unsettled Arsenal’s defence recently, but Hincapie and Mosquera have stepped up to steady the backline and help the team grind out results. Saliba’s return last week is a boost for Mikel Arteta, yet Arsenal have conceded in 4 of their last 5 matches, while Everton have scored 11 of their 18 goals at home this season. This makes both teams to score a strong and realistic selection.

Timber over 1.5 tackles

Timber is likely to face Grealish, who has been fouled an average of 3.0 times per game this season. Timber’s recent tackling record reads 3, 0, 3, 0 in his last four matches, and with Grealish’s direct style of play, he should have plenty of opportunities to make tackles and hit this Bet Builder selection.

B. Saka to commit over 0.5 fouls

Similarly, with Saka operating ahead of Timber, he is likely to commit at least one foul during the match. Arsenal’s high pressing game often puts him in positions to challenge opponents, and with his recent foul record of 0, 3, 0, 0, 1 over the last five games, this selection looks like an appealing Bet Builder leg.