Liverpool vs Everton prediction 21.10.2023

• Competition: Premier League
• Date: Saturday, 21st October 2023
• Kickoff: 12:30 UK / 13:30 CEST
• Venue: Anfield (Liverpool)

The upcoming 243rd Merseyside derby between Liverpool and Everton will be held at Anfield on Saturday, October 21st.

Liverpool had a disappointing season, by their own high standards. There were concerns that they might not qualify for Europe, but they managed to secure 5th place and a spot in the Europa League with an impressive 11-game unbeaten run towards the end of the season. The current season started off positively, but their recent performance in the last two Premier League games only earned them one point, leaving them in 4th place, three points behind the top spot.

Everton’s impressive streak of 69 years in the English top-flight division has been remarkable. However, their recent performance has been worrisome, coming dangerously close to relegation in the past seasons. Last year, they narrowly avoided relegation by a mere two points. Unfortunately, the 2023/24 season has started on a disappointing note for Everton, currently sitting in 16th place with just seven points from eight rounds.

Liverpool vs Everton pick: Both teams to score

Liverpool’s exceptional performance at Anfield this season cannot be overlooked. They have emerged victorious in all five games across various competitions, managing to score an impressive total of 14 goals. With an average of 2.8 goals per game, it is reasonable to anticipate their ability to find the back of the net in this upcoming match as well.

Liverpool had a defensive struggle throughout the season, managing to keep only two clean sheets in 11 games across all competitions, which amounted to just 18%.

Everton’s season began on a rough note, suffering three defeats in the initial three matches. However, their performance has significantly improved since then, with only two losses in the following seven games across all competitions. Impressively, they managed to score at least one goal in six of these matches. Despite currently holding 16th place, Everton’s gameplay, particularly in the offensive department, has been commendable. Analyzing the xG statistics, it becomes apparent that they rank as the fourth-best team in this category, trailing only Tottenham, Brighton, and Manchester City. Therefore, it is highly likely that we will witness Everton finding the back of the net at Anfield.