In a crucial battle to create breathing room above the relegation zone, Everton will host Leicester City at Goodison Park this Saturday. Currently, Everton sits in 16th place, while Leicester finds itself just below in 17th, making this matchup vital for both teams.
Match Details
- Location: Liverpool, England
- Stadium: Goodison Park
- Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 15:00 GMT / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT
- Referee: Darren Bond
- VAR Official: Stuart Attwell
Everton's Recent Form
Everton is looking to extend their recent winning streak after pulling seven points clear of the relegation zone. Last weekend, they managed a narrow 1-0 victory over Brighton, thanks to a penalty by Iliman Ndiaye. Despite controlling only 31% of possession and registering just three shots throughout the match, Everton secured the win, which came on the heels of their first victory of David Moyes' second spell as manager—a convincing 3-0 triumph over Tottenham at Goodison Park. With back-to-back wins for the first time this season, the Toffees are keen to build on this momentum and aim for a mid-table position. A victory against Leicester would not only solidify their safety but also allow them to overtake Tottenham in the standings.
Head-to-Head Record
The historical record between these two teams shows a competitive rivalry:
- Total Matches Played: 112
- Everton Wins: 40
- Draws: 36
- Leicester City Wins: 36
Team News
Everton: The Toffees face several injury concerns with key players sidelined:
- Out: Dominic Calvert-Lewin (thigh), Armando Broja (ankle), Dwight McNeil (knee), Seamus Coleman (calf), Timothy Iroegbunam (ankle), Youssef Chermiti (thigh), Orel Mangala (knee)
Leicester City: The Foxes are also dealing with injuries, though their list is slightly shorter:
- Out: Ricardo Pereira (thigh), Abdul Fatawu (knee – out for the season)
- Questionable: Wilfred Ndidi (thigh), Mads Hermansen (groin)
Match Prediction
Prediction: Everton 1 - 1 Leicester City.
The Everton vs. Leicester City match at Goodison Park promises to be an intense affair as both teams strive for crucial points. Fans can look forward to an exciting clash as the kick-off approaches at 3:00 PM on Saturday, February 1, 2025.
 Zainab Y.
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