LiontipsChelsea vs Everton. Prediction and Betting Tips for English Premier League (December 16, 2021).
Command Analysis
Last week, Chelsea played an intense game against Zenit in St. Petersburg, which ended in a high-scoring draw (3:3). The Londoners finished 2nd in their group and qualified for the knockout rounds. The current European champions recorded four victories and a draw in their Champions League campaign, and have scored 13 goals. In the Round of 16, Chelsea will play LOSC Lille.
The Blues made it to the quarterfinals of the League Cup following their victory over Southampton in the Round of 16. Next week, they will go against Brentford.
Thomas Tuchel's men were 1st in the Premier League for a while, but they lost leadership to Manchester City. Chelsea are currently 3rd in the standings with 36 points from 11 victories and 3 draws. In the last three games, the Blues lost to West Ham (2:3) and celebrated success over Watford (2:1) and Leeds United (3:2).
The hosts will be without Kante, Kovacic, Chilwell, and Chalobah.
Everton don't look as powerful this season, as they did last year. They gave a poor performance in the League Cup, where after a victory over Huddersfield (2:1), the Merseysiders lost to the modest QPR in a penalty shootout.
Rafael Benitez's team is 14th in the Premier League with 18 points to their name. The Toffees recorded 5 victories and 3 of their matches ended in draws. In the last 5 rounds, Everton suffered four defeats and outplayed Arsenal (2:1).
Everton conceded 28 goals in 16 games, which is one of the worst results in the league.
Mina, Calvert-Lewin, Davies, Richarlison, Allan, and Digne have been sidelined.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 3:1
Chelsea won 7 of their last 10 home games.
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 4 home games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
In 2 of the last 4 matches of the guests, this bet played.
СтавкаYellow cards: total under 4
This bet played in 3 of the last 5 matches of Chelsea.
Tip and bets
The hosts hold a strong advantage coming into this game. They have superior quality, huge motivation, and the upper hand in the head-to-head. Everton will try to put up a fight, but we are predicting a confident victory for the Blues.
Our prediction — Asian handicap (-1,5) to Chelsea
Everton obviously won't keep a clean sheet, but we do not expect a crushing defeat here. Chelsea are excellent at home, but it would be unwise to strain themselves considering the tight schedule of the Premier League.
Second wager — Chelsea to win by 2 goals
