Everton vs Crystal Palace: Match Prediction, Preview, Lineups, H2h for October 5, 2025

In the seventh round of the English Premier League, Everton will host Crystal Palace at Goodison Park. The match is scheduled for Sunday, October 5, starting at 15:00 CET. Here’s a betting preview for this encounter.

Everton vs Crystal Palace: Match Preview

Everton’s season has been a mix of results, leaving them mid-table. So far, they’ve played six matches with two defeats, two draws, and two wins, totaling eight points and placing them ninth. Recently, Everton drew 1-1 against West Ham. Prior to that, they were eliminated from the English League Cup by Wolves in the third round.

On the other hand, Crystal Palace has had an impressive start to the season, despite a busy schedule involving the Premier League, Conference League, and domestic cups. The Eagles remain unbeaten after six matches, with three draws and three wins, giving them 12 points and fourth place in the table. They have also advanced in the League Cup and recorded a victory in their Conference League opener, maintaining their undefeated status this season.

Match Facts and Head-to-Head Stats

• Everton has not won in their last four encounters with Crystal Palace: two draws and two losses.
• Crystal Palace has yet to lose a match this season.
• Crystal Palace is currently on a four-match winning streak.
• In their last match, Everton defeated Crystal Palace 2-1, while the Eagles last claimed victory over the Toffees in 2022.

Probable Line-Ups

• Everton: Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mykolenko; Gueye, Garner; Ndiaye, Alcaraz, Grealish; Beto.
• Crystal Palace: Henderson; Guehi, Richards, Lacroix; Munoz, Hughes, Lerma, Mitchell; Sarr, Pino; Mateta.

Prediction

Crystal Palace is in excellent form, but they will be playing at Everton, a team that has historically challenged them. I predict both teams will score in this match.