Everton came up short in the Merseyside derby against Liverpool on Wednesday, but they have shown improvement under David Moyes and might cause an upset when they face Arsenal this Saturday.
Arsenal managed to grab a victory in their recent match against Fulham, but their performances away from home have been less convincing. With the Premier League title practically out of reach, they could have one eye on their upcoming Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
Team news
Everton's Orel Mangala, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Dwight McNeil are nearing a return, but they might not be ready for Saturday's game. However, Iliman Ndiaye proved his fitness coming off the bench in the last match and could be in the starting lineup.
Arsenal's defender Gabriel had to be substituted after just 16 minutes against Fulham and is unlikely to play at Goodison Park. He joins a list of absentees including Gabriel Jesus, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kai Havertz, and Riccardo Calafiori. Bukayo Saka made a comeback off the bench and is pushing for a starting spot.
The stats
Everton have collected four points from their last five encounters with Arsenal.
In their last 10 Premier League away games, Arsenal have drawn five matches.
Everton have not lost in their last five home Premier League fixtures.
Arsenal have only won league away games against teams in the bottom five in their last five attempts.
Prediction
Everton's recent defeat against Liverpool is nothing to be ashamed of, and they have a good chance to bounce back against Arsenal. Since Moyes' return in January, Everton have only lost three times and are unbeaten in their last five home league matches, including facing top teams like Tottenham, Liverpool, and Manchester United.
Arsenal are considered favorites, but with a significant point gap between them and Liverpool, Arteta might rotate the squad ahead of the crucial Champions League match with Real Madrid. Considering Arsenal's struggles in away games and recent injuries, Everton could surprise at Goodison Park.