Everton v Man Utd

Everton vs Manchester United Preview

The Sunday late afternoon kick-off features this upcoming clash between Everton and Manchester United at Goodison Park with The Toffees looking to pick up where they left off before the international break while Manchester United will be going in search of a fifth league win in six matches when they make their way to merseyside for this upcoming encounter.

Everton's need to add to their points tally has become even more pressing as the hosts were handed a 10-point penalty deduction after financial irregularities, but having put together a promising three-match unbeaten run in the Premier League, manager Sean Dyche will be urging his players for more this Sunday.

The Toffees endured a tough and disappointing start to their Premier League campaign as Dyche's side failed to win any of their opening five games of the new term and being dealt four defeats in the process but Everton have since staged something of a comeback as the hosts have lost just a further two games in their subsequent seven league matches thereafter.

Losses to Luton Town and Liverpool have been offset by picking up four wins during this encouraging seven-game spell which includes victories gained over Brentford, Bournemouth, West Ham and Crystal Palace respectively, while five of Everton's last 10 home games have resulted in Under 2.5 goals.

Manchester United picked up a fourth win in five games just before the international break when they registered a 1-0 home win against Luton Town and although recent performances have not been entirely convincing, Erik ten Hag's side have now won four of their last five games overall in the English top flight.

Wins against Brentford, Sheffield United, Fulham and Luton Town have helped lift the Red Devils up into the upper echelons of the Premier League table and the fringes of the top five pack as United occupy sixth place but four points adrift of Aston Villa heading into this weekend's action.

Results away from home have also improved thanks to United's recent resurgence as the visitors have won their last three away games on the trot but Manchester United have managed to score just five goals over the five away games to date this term and only Sheffield United (four goals) have scored fewer than United on the road so far this season.

The goals market therefore appeals here as the main bet as seven of Manchester United's last 10 outings on the road have also resulted in Under 2.5 goals.

Everton v Manchester United Verdict

Everton hold home advantage for this Sunday's clash but previous matches have shown this not to be such an advantage as The Toffees have managed to capture just two wins from their last 11 matches at Goodison Park, both of which have come against fellow strugglers, Bournemouth.

This fixture looks like being a war of attrition rather than a free-flowing, entertaining spectacle and goals could be in short supply with United perhaps nicking a 1-0 win.

Therefore, our main bet will be Under 2.5 goals @ 2.00

Other side bets worth considering:

Manchester United win @ 2.50

Correct Score: Manchester United 1-0 @ 11.00