Everton (5-2-7) vs. Newcastle United (8-2-4)
Everton vs. Newcastle United 12/7/23 – Everton takes on Newcastle United in English Premier League action on Thursday. With free daily EPL tips, we analyze the teams, trends, and odds to make our top-rated sports picks. Everton will look to use their home advantage against Newcastle United – known for their resilience and tactical prowess – as a key weapon in their pursuit of league glory.
Everton’s offensive strategy this season has been an amalgam of resilience and tactical experimentation. At the core of their attack is midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure’s ability to find the net and create opportunities. With 4 goals and 1 assist already this season, his presence against Newcastle’s defense will be critical. Forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin has also shown his worth with three goals so far this year; their ability to break through their defensive setup depends heavily on these top scorers on any given day.
Conversely, Newcastle United’s offense has been potent this season, led by forwards Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson who each scored seven goals despite limited starts, posing an immediate threat to Everton’s defense. Furthermore, forward Anthony Gordon provided versatility in attack with six goals and three assists for Newcastle which highlights their multifaceted offensive capabilities; Everton must remain vigilant to contain this multifaceted attacking threat posed by Newcastle.
Everton vs. Newcastle United 12/7/23 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 2:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Goodison Park |
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Jordan Pickford GK vs. Nick Pope GK
Jordan Pickford has been solid if unspectacular this season for Everton. Despite conceding 18 goals, he has made 33 saves and kept 4 clean sheets. He could be busy against this Newcastle attack. He also has a tendency to make errors leading to goals, which this Newcastle side could exploit.
Nick Pope by contrast comes into the game in good form having kept 6 clean sheets already. His shot stopping has been excellent, with a save percentage of 74%. Everton could struggle to break him down. Pope has added leadership and organizational skills to Newcastle’s backline, keeping things tidy and quiet. Against Everton’s misfiring attack, he will fancy his chances of yet another clean sheet. His distribution and ball playing abilities could also help launch dangerous Newcastle counters.
Soccer Odds/Point Spread: Newcastle United +132, Total Odds: 2.75
The current betting odds favor Newcastle United slightly, indicating a closely contested match. The point spread and moneyline suggest a slight edge towards Newcastle, but Everton’s competitive odds, especially at home, make them a tempting pick for bettors. The total odds of 2.75 suggest a moderate scoring game, aligning with both teams’ recent form and defensive capabilities.
Everton Betting Trends
Everton are 2-2 in their last 5 games showing inconsistency in picking up wins. Their record against the spread is stronger at 4-1, covering in 80% of recent matches. Away from home, Everton have covered in 4 of 7 games, demonstrating they have the attacking threat to stay competitive on their travels. However with only 1 of their last 5 games going over 2.5 goals, their scoring has dried up of late.
Newcastle United Betting Trends
Newcastle are 1-2 over their past 5 games, experiencing a minor blip after a strong start. Against the spread they are 3-2, covering 60% of the time. On the road, they have been solid, covering in 2 of 3 away matches. Scoring trends are concerning, with only 1 of their previous 5 games exceeding 2.5 goals. This indicates the pace of their attack has slowed down.
Everton vs. Newcastle United 12/7/23 Betting Picks
Considering the teams’ form, defensive strengths, and key players’ performances, this match is likely to be tightly contested with a strong tactical battle. Everton, with the home advantage and solid performance against the spread, could upset the odds. However, Newcastle’s robust offense and resilient defense make them a formidable opponent.
For bettors, the safe pick seems to lean slightly towards Newcastle, given their overall season performance and offensive firepower. Prop bets on individual player performances, especially top scorers like Doucouré and Isak, could be intriguing. The over/under bet, with a total of 2.75, seems to favor the under, considering both teams’ recent trends in scoring.
Top-rated sports picks would suggest a close Newcastle win, but with Everton’s home advantage and recent form, an upset is not off the cards.
Free Pick and Prediction: Newcastle United 2, Everton 1.