Verdict: Jack Grealish over 0.5 shots
Best Odds: 21/20
Bookmaker: Dachbet
Looking to continue on from where they left off prior to September’s international break, Everton will welcome Aston Villa to Merseyside on Saturday afternoon.
Everton
Starting with the hosts, while Everton might have got the 2025/26 campaign underway with a toothless 1-0 loss away at Premier League returners Leeds on August 18th, the Blues have come roaring back in a sensational fashion. Last seen heading into September’s fortnight interval with an action-packed 3-2 victory away at Wolves, David Moyes’ men have received a string of plaudits over the past few weeks. Including an eye-catching 2-0 win at home against Brighton last month, the former West Ham boss has seen his squad win all of their previous three appearances across all competitions by an aggregate score of 7-2. With some even billing Moyes’ camp to mount a shock European charge this season, Everton should be excited to make a return to Merseyside on Saturday afternoon.
Everton Team News
Yet to make a single appearance since opening up the new campaign, Everton are once again sweating over the fitness of England international Jarrad Branthwaite this weekend. Former Rangers youngster Nathan Patterson also remains on the sidelines.
Making an immediate impact after completing a summer loan switch from Manchester City, former Aston Villa skipper Jack Grealish will play a leading role here. Likewise, opening his Premier League account against Wolves prior to September’s fortnight break, fellow summer recruit Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall will start in the middle of the park.
Aston Villa
As for the visitors, suffering major heartbreak back on May 25th as they missed out on the chance to book a famous Champions League return, Aston Villa have opened the new campaign in the midst of what has become a public struggle. Last seen heading into September’s international break with a 3-0 drumming at home against Crystal Palace, there has even been some speculation over Unai Emery’s position in the Midlands. Putting just a single point on the board from any of their first three Premier League appearances, the one-time Arsenal boss will also have a major headache over his side’s extended issues in the final third. In fact, along with failing to find the net since opening up the 2025/26 campaign, Aston Villa have also not registered a single strike in over 370 minutes of Premier League action.
Aston Villa Team News
Featuring for England over the September break, Ezri Konsa will start at the heart of Emery’s defence. However, former Everton midfielder will miss out on a return to Merseyside this weekend after picking up a recent muscle issue.
Eventually staying put in the Midlands following serious summer speculation, Ollie Watkins will lead the line on Saturday afternoon. With Emery expected to make some alterations this weekend, French international Lucas Digne could be handed a full recall at left-back.
Everton vs Aston Villa Key Factors to Consider
- When Everton and Aston Villa last met back on January 15th, Saturday’s guests collected a 1-0 victory in Merseyside.
- However, Aston Villa have failed to win any of their first three Premier League appearances (two defeats, one draw).
- Continuing on from last season, Villa have failed to find the net in over 370 minutes of Premier League action.
- Everton have won three previous three appearances across all competitions by an aggregate score of 7-2.
- Manchester City loanee Jack Grealish has recorded a pair of Premier League assists in each of his last two top-flight appearances.
Conclusion
While Aston Villa might have landed a 1-0 victory when they last travelled to Merseyside back on January 15th, Emery’s downbeat squad look set for what is a rugged examination this weekend. Watching Everton embark on a real purple patch prior to September’s international break, Moyes’ men will simply be looking to continue on from where they left off prior to the fortnight interval. With the Blues winning each of their previous three appearances across all fronts by an aggregate score of 7-2, Everton will certainly ask some serious questions.
Verdict: Jack Grealish over 0.5 shots
Best Odds: 21/20
Bookmaker: Dachbet
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