Everton vs Manchester United Betting Tips and Predictions: Team News and Lineups Preview - bettingexpert
Scott Thornton brings you his Everton vs Manchester United prediction preview as David Moyes’ side looks to continue their tremendous run of form in the Premier League.
Ruben Amorim has struggled to turn things around in the early stages of his United tenure and the team are currently languishing in 15th place. With the club on course for their worst-ever finish to a Premier League season, it’s important for the manager to arrest the slump and restore some confidence. However, they appear unlikely to do that against an Everton side in fine fettle. The Toffees are slight favourites thanks to their revival under Moyes/
Everton vs Manchester United Prediction: Misery For Amorim Against Former United Boss
England, Premier League, Saturday, February 22nd, 12:30 (UK)
Everton turned to David Moyes after sacking Sean Dyche. The club were in the midst of a relegation battle when the Scotsman took charge but a great start to his second stint at the club means they are now 14th, one point above Manchester United. Moyes’ first spell in charge at Goodison Park ended in 2013 when he made the move to Old Trafford to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson. United remain in the wilderness 12 years on and Moyes is looking to inflict more misery on his former club.
The Toffees have lost just one of their six matches since the managerial change. That solitary defeat came in Moyes’ first game in charge. Dominic Calvert-Lewin squandered a golden opportunity to equalise in the dying moments of that clash. Since then, Everton have won four of their five Premier League matches, scoring an average of 2.4 goals per game. The dropped points came in the 2-2 draw against Liverpool.
It hasn’t been plain sailing for Moyes since rejoining Everton. He has had to deal with a plethora of injuries but the team look a far more dangerous attacking outfit, even with the absentees. Beto has been lethal in front of goal, netting four times in his last three league outings. He should get opportunities against a United team that are struggling to get to grips with their tactical shape.
Rubem Amorim has tried to get his players to adapt to the 3-4-3 formation since taking over at Manchester United in November but has been largely unsuccessful. Beating Manchester City, eliminating Arsenal from the FA Cup and earning a surprise draw at Anfield have been rare bright moments but the Red Devils are in woeful form.
Since the new manager came in, Manchester United have earned just 14 points in 14 league matches. During that miserable run, they have conceded an average of 1.64 goals per game and scored just 1.14. Amad Diallo’s absence means their goalscoring woes will only worsen. The team are now reliant on Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, who have netted just five league goals between them in the Premier League.
- Everton vs Manchester United Prediction: Everton To Win (TRACKED BET)
- Best Odds: 2.50
- Bookmaker: bet365
- Stake: 5/10 (TRACKED BET)
Everton vs Manchester United Prediction odds via bet365 as at 11:38, February 19th, 2024. Odds may now differ.
Everton vs Manchester United Injuries, Team News and Possible Lineups Prediction: Absentees Add to United’s Woes
Everton have an extensive injury list. Dwight McNeil, Iliman Ndiaye and Dominic Calvert-Lewin are all set to miss the game against Manchester United through injury. Abdoulaye Doucoure missed the win over Crystal Palace after picking up a red card in the melee that followed the Merseyside Derby but he is in line for a return here.
Manchester United were down to barebones against Tottenham. Amad Diallo has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign. Lisandro Martinez and Luke Shaw remain out in defence but Leny Yoro should return following illness. Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo and Toby Collyer all missed the defeat at Tottenham. Amorim will be hoping at least one of those midfielders is fit to start here.
Everton possible starting lineup:
Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkiwski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye, Doucoure; Lindstrom, Harrison, Beto
Manchester United possible starting lineup:
Onana; Dorgu, Yoro, Maguire, De Ligt, Dalot; Ugarte, Fernandes, Zirkzee, Garnacho, Hojlund
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