Everton vs Arsenal Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Everton vs Arsenal Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: December 20th, 2025 | Hill Dickinson Stadium | Premier League | 20:00 (GMT)

The Hill Dickinson Stadium will be electric as Everton take on league leaders Arsenal in the late Saturday kick-off. For the Gunners, who sit precariously at the summit of the Premier League, the blue half of Merseyside has historically been an unpredictable and challenging opponent. The Toffees, known for their fierce work rate and passionate home support, will view this game as an ideal chance to cause a significant upset, derail a title charge, and pull themselves further up the table. Mikel Arteta’s side will need to combine technical precision with steel to overcome the inevitable early pressure and maintain their position in what is shaping up to be one of the final memorable chapters at the historic ground.

Key Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals at 2.10 odds (talkSPORT BET) represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Everton vs Arsenal Predicted Lineups

Everton Predicted XI: Pickford (GK), Mykolenko, Keane, Tarkowski, O’Brien; Iroegbunam, Garner, Alcaraz; Dibling, McNeil, Barry

Team News: Ndiaye and Gueye will be big misses as first-team starters, as well as the recent injuries to Grealish and Dewsbury-Hall; however, Everton appears to be able to deal with their AFCON absence with the likes of Iroegbunam, Alcaraz, McNeil, and Dibling all prepared to step up instead.

Arsenal Predicted XI: Raya (GK), Lewis-Skelly, Saliba, Hincapie, Timber; Zubimendi, Rice, Eze; Martinelli, Saka, Gyokeres

Team News: Saliba, White, and Mosquera’s injuries have shown just why Arsenal had to stock up at the back over the summer. The back line will have to be reshuffled in order to accommodate White’s absence after his injury in the Wolves game.

Everton vs Arsenal Current League Standings

Everton, despite their recent good run of form, are lodged in 9th place on 24 points, still needing a solid win to truly cement themselves in the top half. Their focus remains on grinding out results and looking up rather than down.

Their opponents, Arsenal, lead the charge at the top of the Premier League, sitting in 1st position with 36 points after 16 games. The Gunners have displayed impressive consistency, losing only twice all season, and come to the Hill Dickinson Stadium knowing they must take maximum points to keep Manchester City and Aston Villa's ferocious chasing pack at bay.

Everton vs Arsenal Head-to-Head Timeline

This pair have met 225 times in their history, as a pair of top-flight constants. Arsenal have a whopping 112 wins against the Toffees. Everton have 65 wins, and there have been 48 draws. The home side have not beaten the Gunners in any of their last 5 top-flight meetings.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• April 2025: Everton 1-1 Arsenal (Premier League)
• December 2024: Arsenal 0-0 Everton (Premier League)
• May 2024: Arsenal 2-1 Everton (Premier League)
• September 2023: Everton 0-1 Arsenal (Premier League)
• March 2023: Arsenal 4-0 Everton (Premier League)

Recent Everton and Arsenal Matches Analysis

Everton Last 5 Matches:

• Chelsea 2-0 Everton (Premier League)
• Everton 3-0 Nottingham Forest (Premier League)
• Bournemouth 0-1 Everton (Premier League)
• Everton 1-4 Newcastle United (Premier League)
• Manchester United 0-1 Everton (Premier League)

Everton have been navigating a strictly domestic schedule, and their results have been a rollercoaster. The highs of a 1-0 win at Old Trafford and a 3-0 cruise against Forest were dampened by a recent 2-0 loss at Stamford Bridge. They are a tough nut to crack at home, but consistency remains their biggest hurdle.

Arsenal Last 5 Matches:

• Arsenal 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers (Premier League)
• Club Brugge 0-3 Arsenal (Champions League)
• Aston Villa 2-1 Arsenal (Premier League)
• Arsenal 2-0 Brentford (Premier League)
• Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal (Premier League)

Arsenal were firing on all cylinders, but recent injuries have made them stutter. They’ve managed to maintain their league lead while also cruising to a 3-0 win over Club Brugge in the Champions League. Aside from a 2-1 stumble at Villa Park and a draw at Stamford Bridge, Mikel Arteta’s men have won three of their last five in all competitions, showing the squad depth required to fight for silverware on multiple fronts.

Everton vs Arsenal Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with % confidence in a win. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Everton vs Arsenal Betting Tips

**Football Park’s Best Bet: ** - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted in this fixture. Their superior form and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Everton vs Arsenal

Dwight McNeil (Everton): In the cauldron of the Hill Dickinson Stadium, McNeil is often the man David Moyes calls upon when others are injured. While his goal stats this season are modest, his underlying numbers for crosses and progressive passes remain vital to Everton's direct style of play. McNeil’s delivery from wide areas and set-pieces will be a primary weapon against Arsenal, especially as the Toffees look to exploit any physical vulnerabilities in the Gunners' backline. His defensive work rate is equally important; he’ll be tasked with tracking back to help his fullback deal with Arsenal’s overlapping threats.

Bukayo Saka (Arsenal): With 7 goals and a string of assists already this term, Saka’s influence on the right wing is undeniable. Whether he is cutting inside to unleash a shot or finding a teammate with a clever cut-back, Saka is the player Everton will fear most. If he finds space in the final third, it usually results in a goal for the Gunners.

Everton vs Arsenal Match Facts

Broadcast Details: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Go, Sky Sports+

Stadium Information: The Hill Dickinson Stadium is the newest major venue in the Premier League, built to replace the historic Goodison Park as the home of Everton FC. It was officially opened in 2025 to start the 2025/26 season. The stadium is located on the historic Bramley-Moore Dock on the banks of the River Mersey in Liverpool, England. This striking waterfront arena boasts a capacity of approximately 52,769 seats, making it a fitting stage for the club's new era.

Referee: Samuel Barrott (England)