Everton vs Fulham Prediction 8 November 2025

🔊 How will the clash between Premier League table neighbors end? Everton and Fulham currently sit in 14th and 15th places, with the Toffees just one point ahead of the Cottagers. Both teams managed to secure points in the last round, pulling them further away from the relegation zone. However, they are both aiming for at least a mid-table finish, as they were there earlier thanks to a strong start to the season. Which team will return to consistently picking up points? Our editorial team provides an insightful prediction.

Head-to-Head

📊 The balance of power between these opponents has been quite even in recent years. Over the past two Premier League seasons, they've traded away victories and drawn twice. Another draw nearly occurred in the English League Cup, as the teams couldn't find a winner in 90 minutes (1-1). Fulham eventually emerged victorious in the penalty shootout (7-6). In 4 out of these 5 matches, the total number of goals didn't exceed 2.5.

Everton Team Overview

Under David Moyes, Everton have kicked off the season on a high note, securing a spot in the upper half of the Premier League table. However, their recent fixtures have been anything but easy, facing three members of the top six. They suffered defeats against Manchester City (0-2) and Tottenham (0-3). On the brighter side, they managed to earn a point on the road against Sunderland (1-1). The Merseysiders didn't outperform their opponents, trailing in possession (39% to 61%) and shots (8 to 17). However, an early goal from the Blues forced the hosts to chase the game. Despite their limited attacking opportunities, Everton were more efficient with their chances, achieving a respectable 0.96 xG.

Everton's sole goal against Sunderland came from Iliman Ndiaye, who has been delivering a commendable performance this season. Over 10 Premier League matches, the forward has already reached nearly half of his last season's tally (4 compared to 9 goals). In his last six appearances, including African World Cup qualifiers, the Senegalese striker has contributed four goal involvements (3 goals and 1 assist).

Fulham Team Overview

The Cottagers have snapped a four-game losing streak, allowing them to climb out of the relegation zone. This turnaround came courtesy of a 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton in the 10th round of the Premier League. The result was heavily influenced by the Wolves receiving a red card in the first half. However, Marco Silva's side had already made their mark before that incident. Impressively, they exceeded their expected goals tally of 1.82, showcasing clinical finishing. This success moved Fulham from 17th to 15th place, creating a four-point buffer from the bottom of the table.

Harry Wilson shone in his first game back from injury. His goal against Wolverhampton was his team's second in the match and his second of the season. The Welshman was also the most creative player on the pitch, registering five shots and delivering three successful crosses into the opponent's box—the best figures among both teams. This performance earned Wilson the Man of the Match accolade. Additionally, Ryan Sessegnon's contributions cannot go unnoticed, as he scored a goal and provided an assist.

Latest news

Everton

🎙 Everton defender Michael Keane shared his thoughts on the team's recent Premier League performances. "I believe we can definitely turn our form around. We haven't been getting results lately. I won't say much about performances, but in most matches, we've played well. It's been a while since we kept a clean sheet. Yes, we definitely want to score more often. I think when we play well, we become a better team than we've been for a long time. We just need to score goals, regain our confidence in front of goal, and keep clean sheets again," Keane said.

❌ Everton's injury list, which has long included Nathan Patterson and Jarrad Branthwaite, might see the addition of Iliman Ndiaye. He had to leave the match against Sunderland in the 10th round due to cramps. However, according to David Moyes, it was just a regular overexertion. The head coach is counting on the forward, but he might start the next game on the bench.

Fulham

🎙 Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi, who spent five years at Everton, shared his expectations ahead of the upcoming match against his former team. “I have fond memories of Goodison Park, but now I want to create new ones playing against them, and I hope we can secure a win. It's always exciting to play against a former team, but I'll approach it like any other opponent. I try to treat all opponents the same,” Iwobi said.

❌ Before the 10th round of the Premier League, Fulham had five players sidelined with injuries. However, the team's injury list has unexpectedly cleared. The only question mark remains over defender Antonee Robinson, who has missed the last four matches due to knee issues.

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

The match will be officiated by the head referee Andy Madley. Over his last 20 Premier League matches, he has averaged 3.3 yellow cards per game. The head-to-head encounters between these teams in the league have been relatively clean, with a total of 15 yellow cards in their last six meetings (an average of 2.5 per game). Only one of these matches exceeded 3.5 yellow cards. Considering Andy Madley's refereeing style, we anticipate that there won't be many stoppages at Hill Dickinson. The referee is not known for disrupting the flow of the game with frequent whistles. Our prediction: total yellow cards under 3.5.

⚽️ Goal Prediction

This season, Everton moved to a new stadium, and Hill Dickinson remained a fortress for the Toffees until the 9th round of the Premier League. Before the thrashing by Tottenham (0-3), the Merseyside team had conceded only twice in their previous five matches. However, they haven't been prolific either, averaging 1.4 goals per game. Fulham's scoring record is similarly unimpressive, with 12 goals in 10 league matches. In fact, in 4 of their last 5 head-to-heads, the total goals did not exceed 2.5. Taking into account Everton's defensive organization at home and Fulham's lackluster finishing, we predict total goals will be under 2.5.

🚩 Corner Prediction

We've already highlighted Everton's strength at home. This is evident in their willingness to play on the front foot at Hill Dickinson, regardless of their opponents' status. For instance, they haven't been outpossessed in any of their six home games. We believe David Moyes' game plan against Fulham will remain unchanged. The Cottagers rarely capitalize on set-piece opportunities away from home; in 6 of their last 7 away games, they haven't earned more than 4.5 corners. Their average number of corners in five away Premier League games stands at 4.2. With limited possession time, Fulham are unlikely to exceed 4.5 corners.

In analyzing the head-to-head matchups between these teams, we noted their parity in terms of gameplay level. This balance of power is further confirmed by their proximity in the Premier League table. While these encounters may not always be spectacular, they do feature chances for both sides. In four of the last six meetings, both teams found the net at least once. Fulham, despite not securing an away win in the league, have put up a fight in every match, scoring in four out of five away games. Both teams are likely to have opportunities to score, making a bet on both teams to score (yes) a reasonable choice here. A high-scoring draw, such as 1-1, would seem the fairest outcome.