Fulham XI vs Everton: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest today, Head to Head, Highlights, Live Stream Preview
The Portuguese midfield ace was forced off with a shoulder injury during a pre-season win over Brentford last month. Silva says Palhinha has made good progress in his rehabilitation, but the weekend curtain-raiser has come too soon.
Joao is out”, said the Fulham manager. “He has been doing medical work but not full work with the team yet.
“We have to assess one or two others after some knocks the last few days. We are much more positive about the return date [of Palhinha], but we have to see. We have to see if he’s going to be ready for the next one [at home against Brentford on August 19].”
Speaking about Andreas Pereira, Silva added: “Andreas is one of the doubts. We have another session tomorrow [Friday] and we have to assess them then.
“Last week, [Tom Cairney] felt something against Chelsea in the last United States game. He has started to work with the team this week. He’s a player we have to assess. He’s close to being ready. Let’s see if he can make the match or not.”
Tim Ream is another doubt, as he continues to work his way back to fitness since injuring his arm against Manchester City in May. Silva, though, belives the defender can make a timely return after appearing off the bench for the final five minutes of Fulham’s last pre-season friendly, the 2-1 win over Hoffenheim last weekend.
“Unfortunately he got that injury in his arm. He is probably going to be OK for the Everton match.”
Aleksandar Mitrovic will also be playing, with Silva insisting his striker is fully committed to the club after initially being attracted by a move to Saudi Arabia.
Predicted Fulham XI (4-2-3-1): Leno; Tete, Ream, Diop Robinson; Reed, Lukic, Wilson, Pereira, Willian; Mitrovic
Injuries: Palhinha
Doubts: Ream, Cariney, Pereira
Time and date: 3pm, Saturday August 12, 2023
Venue: Goodison Park
Another afternoon kickoff here in Everton vs Fulham with both sides eager to secure another season in the top flight.
Everton limped to survival thanks to the appointment of Sean Dyche. Fulham finished 10th in their first season back in the Premier League under Marco Silva. The Portuguese manager will relish the chance to return to Goodison Park.
Correct Score Prediction
With Everton the lowest home scorers in the league (16 goals) and Fulham potentially without key talisman Aleksandar Mitrovic, there may not be too many goals here.
The Toffees scored fewer goals at home than any other Premier League side last season. They averaged just 0.84 per game at home last season so it wouldn’t be a huge surprise if they drew a blank here.
Of course, Aleksandar Mitrovic is the biggest goal threat for the Cottagers. He may well be available for selection for Marco Silva but will he be at his best? It’s doubtful.
0-0 looks the best bet.
1×2 Predictions
Both sides will take a point here. It wouldn’t be a huge surprise if Everton and Fulham just share the points and move on to the next one given the troubling summer situations at both clubs.
1×2 Predictions: Draw
Draw No Bet Predictions
But if one side were to take the win, the Toffees look the best price. Sean Dyche picks the games to target and with some tricky fixtures coming up, this may be the one they push extra hard for.
Draw no bet Prediction: Everton
BTTS Predictions
As previously mentioned, it’s hard to see both sides scoring here. No on GG is the way to go here considering Everton’s struggles to find the net at home last season and Fulham finishing as the second-lowest scorers in the top half.
GG- NO
Our Analysis of the Everton vs Fulham Match
Everton limped to survival due to Sean Dyche’s ability to drill defence discipline into a side. They finished 17th, two points clear of Leicester in 18th.
A quiet transfer window has followed due to financial difficulties. Only versatile fullback Ashley Young and exciting winger Arnaut Danjuma join the club from Aston Villa and Villareal, respectively.
Jarred Branthwaite returns from a successful loan at PSV and adds to a strong defence that includes James Tarkowski, Ben Godfrey, and Seamus Coleman. Sean Dyche will be looking for a few more additions.
The key man this season will be Amadou Onana. The 21-year-old made 33 appearances last season and was instrumental in midfield.
Standing at 6’5, the Belgian midfielder is a proper workhorse in midfield and allows players such as Alex Iwobi to showcase their creative ability.
Fulham finished in 10th place after a fantastic season back in the Premier League. Marco Silva’s side played entertaining, easy-on-the-eye football and far exceeded pre-season expectations.
The Cottagers’ games were often end-to-end and saw them score 55 and concede 53 goals in the season. Alexsandar Mitrovic spearheaded the attack, scoring 14 goals.
However, there are doubts over his future, with the Serbian determined to move to Saudi Arabia. Therefore, most of the attacking onus will be on new signing Raul Jimenez.
The Mexican has only scored 10 goals in three seasons since his freak injury against Arsenal in 2020. Fulham may lack goals this season, which will worry Silva.
The key man looks set to be Joao Palinha again. The Portuguese midfielder enjoyed a tremendous season after his big-money move from Sporting Lisbon.
The 28-year-old made Fulham hard to beat while also showing his technical side on the ball. With a swarm of teams coming in for the midfielder, Fulham will be determined to keep him.
The last five head-to-heads have seen Everton win just once, with Fulham winning at Goodison Park back in April. The 0-0 draw at Craven Cottage last season is a good omen.
Top Scorers Predictions for Everton vs Fulham
While the prediction for this match is a 0-0 draw, one goalscorer pick that looks a nice price is Dominic Calvert Lewin. The Everton striker is priced at 7/4 with BetKing to score.
The 26-year-old has suffered with injuries over the past two seasons. However, he is a goal threat when fully fit, as shown by his 29 goals in two previous seasons.
Favourites Everton to Struggle on Goodison Return
Everton are the predicted winning team 5/4, with BetKing. They have a buoyant Goodison Park crowd on their side and face a Fulham side that may be without their star striker.
Alex Iwobi, Demari Gray, and Dominic Calvert Lewin provide solid attacking options, but Fulham should have enough to beat them.
Last results of the teams
Everton last four results
- Everton 1-0 Bournemouth
- Wolves 1-1 Everton
- Everton 0-3 Man City
- Brighton 1-5 Everton
Fulham last 4 results
- Manchester United 2-1 Fulham
- Fulham 2-2 Crystal Palace
- Southampton 0-2 Fulham
- Fulham 5-3 Leicester
Everton vs Fulham Odds
- Everton win (1) 5/4
- Draw (x) 5/2
- Fulham (2) 9/4
