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Chelsea FC vs. Everton FC
It’s all over again with exciting games from the English Premier League. Christmas is coming closer and closer and next Thursday the fans of the round leather can look forward to the match between the reigning Champions League winner Chelsea FC against the Toffees of Everton FC. At first glance, we see the Blues as having a clear advantage here and we can be curious to see how coach Thomas Tuchel’s team will perform. What we think about this match, you can read in our Chelsea – Everton betting tip.
If we dare to take a look at the table before matchday 17, we see Chelsea FC currently in 3rd place. The Blues have won three of their last five games and are currently two points behind the leaders from Manchester. If Chelsea do their homework and their rivals from Liverpool and Manchester slip up, the Blues could jump back to the top. The upcoming opponents Everton have completely different problems at the moment. They are stuck in 14th place with 18 points.
Chelsea – Everton info
– Date & Time: 16/12/2021, 20:45.
– Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 17
– TV broadcast: Sky
Chelsea Form & Balance Check
The Blues from London still have every chance of winning the championship. The gap to the league leader Manchester City is only two points. On the last matchday there was the duel against Leeds United. The Blues had an unexpectedly difficult time against the bottom team in the league. Nevertheless, coach Thomas Tuchel’s team won 3:2, which was not undeserved. Particularly remarkable was the fact that central defender Antonio Rüdiger was able to take two penalties for his team. Now the next victory is to be claimed against Everton.
Chelsea FC’s hotly-tipped stars
The development of Chelsea FC since Thomas Tuchel took the helm has not gone unnoticed by the biggest clubs in Europe. Earlier this week, for example, news made the rounds that FC Bayern Munich are keen on signing Mason Mount. With a market value of 75 million euros, the English international is one of Chelsea FC’s most valuable players. The Blues’ fans need not worry, however, because Mount is still contractually bound to the Blues until 2024.
Chelsea Facts & Analysis
– In 3rd place with 36 points.
– Last game won 3:2 against Leeds
– Second best defence in the league – 11 goals conceded
Everton Form & Balance Check
Before the season Everton FC fans had high hopes of finally making it back to Europe this season. After the first 16 matchdays, however, we have to say that nothing is likely to come of it. Coach Rafa Benitez’s team has scored just 18 points so far and the Toffees are lagging miles behind their own expectations. A few days ago, there was at least a glimmer of hope for improvement when Arsenal FC were defeated 2-1. On the last matchday, however, those hopes were dashed again when Everton were beaten 3-1 by Crystal Palace.
Offensive far too harmless
With players like Richarlison, Calvert-Lewin and Townsend, you’d think Everton FC’s strengths would lie in their attack. But if we look at the statistics after the first 16 league games, the reality is unfortunately a little different. Benitez’s team has only scored 20 goals. The fundamental problem is the lack of determination when it comes to converting big chances. Liverpool are missing far too many top-class chances, which is why they are not getting out of the bottom of the table.
Everton facts & analysis
– In 14th place with 18 points
– Lost last game 3-1 against Leeds
– Only 20 goals scored
Predicted line-up – last update on 15 December 2021
There are no reasons to change anything in the first eleven at Chelsea FC after the 3-2 win over Leeds United. Coach Thomas Tuchel could perhaps put Werner back on the bench in favour of Pulisic or Zyiech. Everton FC have a 4-1-4-1 system, with Richarlison up front.
Chelsea – Everton direct comparison & stats
The duel between Chelsea and Everton is one of the most traditional on the island. The two have faced each other a total of 186 times and Chelsea have won 74 duels. Everton have 57 victories and 54 times they have shared the points.
– Everton FC’s run of away defeats in the Premier League has now lasted 4 games.
– Everton FC’s last away win at Chelsea FC was in 1994.
– Mateo Kovacic has the most assists on goal for Chelsea FC with 5 assists. Abdoulaye Doucoure (4) leads the way for Everton FC.
– Chelsea FC have not lost any of their last 8 home matches
