Fulham vs Everton Betting Tips & Match Preview – Premier League Showdown at Craven Cottage
Introduction
Fulham and Everton go head-to-head at Craven Cottage in one of their final fixtures of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign. With both sides currently adrift of European qualification and safe from relegation, pride is at stake in this Saturday showdown. Fulham will be eager to cap off their home campaign with a strong performance, while Everton look to find consistency after a disappointing result against already relegated Ipswich.
Both managers will be keen to see their sides finish the season on a high note, and several fresh injury concerns and returning players add intrigue. Everton’s struggles on the road contrast with Fulham’s relative strength at home, setting up an intriguing mid-table battle. Keep reading for our expert betting tips and predictions.
Team News & Key Insights
- Fulham are unbeaten in their last seven matches vs Everton, including three wins from their last five encounters.
- Alex Iwobi, once of Everton, has been in excellent attacking form for Fulham with 9 goals and 5 assists this season and was on the scoresheet the last time these two teams met.
- Fulham are expected to be without Reiss Nelson, Rodrigo Muniz, and Harrison Reed due to injuries.
- Everton will likely miss Orel Mangala, James Tarkowski, and Jesper Lindstrom, though midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure could return to action.
- Everton’s last road victory dates back to mid-April, having since drawn with Arsenal and lost to Chelsea and Man City.
Betting Odds & Predictions
Fulham are narrow favourites heading into this fixture, with odds of 1.90 (9/10) suggesting a 52.6% win probability. The draw is priced at 3.60 (13/5), while an away win for Everton sits at 4.60 (18/5), underpinning their underdog status.
Fulham’s scoring average of 1.53 goals per home game is solid, but Everton’s defensive record away from home (conceding just 1.18 per game) suggests this could be a tight encounter. With recent head-to-head results and current form in mind, a 1-0 win for Fulham appears to be a strong shout, especially given the Toffees’ struggle to convert leads and defend set pieces.
Expert Betting Tips
- Fulham to win – With a strong record against Everton and a decent home scoring rate. 1.90
- Under 2.5 total goals – Recent clashes between these two have been low scoring. 1.72
- Correct Score 1-0 Fulham – Everton rarely concede heavily, and Fulham average just over a goal per home game. 7.50
- Alex Iwobi to score anytime – In excellent form with four G/A in his last five, facing his former club. 3.40
- Both Teams to Score – No – Only three of Everton’s last eight away games featured both teams scoring. 1.80
Final Prediction & Verdict
With very little on the line in terms of league standings, this could be a cagey affair, but Fulham will be determined to give their home fans something to cheer about in one of their final fixtures at Craven Cottage this season. Their recent performances against strong opponents like Liverpool and Southampton show grit and quality despite inconsistency. Meanwhile, Everton’s last outing – squandering a 2-0 lead to draw against a relegated side – speaks volumes about their fragility on the road.
Add in a few key absences for both sides, and this encounter looks ripe for a low-scoring, hard-fought 90 minutes. Alex Iwobi could yet again prove decisive, especially with his recent form and extra motivation against his former team. Fulham’s better chemistry, home support, and stronger attacking output make them the likelier of the two to take all three points.
Final Score Prediction: Fulham 1-0 Everton
