Everton vs Crystal Palace: Preview, Predictions & Betting Analysis
Match Overview
Everton hold the edge on the numbers, but this Premier League match is far from a foregone conclusion.
Everton welcome Crystal Palace in this Premier League match, at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Everton bring 2 draws and 3 defeats from their last 5 (L-L-D-D-L, most recent first), averaging 1.4 goals scored and 2.2 conceded.
Crystal Palace bring 2 draws and 3 defeats from their last 5 (L-D-L-D-L, most recent first), averaging 1.0 goals scored and 2.4 conceded.
In 1 previous meeting, Everton have won 0, drawn 1 and lost 0. Their most recent meeting finished 2-2, a draw. Those meetings have averaged 4.0 goals.
Market Read
Bookmakers make Everton narrow favourites at 2.23, a 45% chance across 35 books.
Best prices across the market: Everton at 2.23 (45%), Crystal Palace at 3.54 (28%), the draw at 3.54 (27%).
The model projects around 2-1 goals, favouring Everton by about 1 goals (derived from totals + spread lines).
Value & Signals
Prices vary widely, 11% between the best and worst of 35 books, so it pays to shop around for the best line.
Market Activity
49 bookmakers are currently pricing this match. Over the past seven days, prices have held steady.
Betting Verdict
For a longer shot, the draw is available at 3.54 (27%).
Everton are the market's pick at 45%. There's no standout price edge here, so it's a confidence call rather than a value one. Book agreement rates this a low-confidence call.
