Chelsea FC at Everton FC 5/1/22 - Premier League Picks & Predictions

In the next round of the English Premier League, Chelsea are set to play against Everton away from home at Goodison Park. 

Chelsea enter this match having played out at 1-1 draw away from home against Manchester United at Old Trafford. It was a modest performance by both sides but considering the venue, a draw should not be hugely disappointing for the Blues. During the draw, Marcus Alonso scored for Chelsea the only goal in the 60th minute. Cristiano Ronaldo equalised for Manchester United 2 minutes later. As it currently stands, Chelsea are 3rd on the Premier League ladder and while they can’t challenge for the title, they are well placed to secure a spot in the Champions League with Arsenal 6 points behind them on the ladder. Chelsea will be hoping they can win this match away from home. 

On the other side of the coin, Everton have been struggling this season. As it currently stands, Everton are in 18th position with 29 points from 32 games. The Toffees must start winning games if they wish to avoid relegation this season. In their most recent match. Everton faced Liverpool in a match where they were defeated 2-0 away from home at Anfield. It was a comfortable defeat for Everton as they failed to challenge for any points during the match. It has been a tough season for Everton and it is tough to see how they will get points with the season drawing to its end. 

Everton and Chelsea played each other earlier in the season at Stamford Bridge. The match ended with Chelsea and Everton sharing the points in a 1-1 draw.