Ace Football previews the Carabao Cup game between Everton and Manchester United and offers betting tips, odds, line-ups and team news.
Everton welcome Manchester United to Goodison Park for one out of the final two Carabao Cup quarter-final fixtures.
Brentford and Manchester City are already through to the semi-finals and Tottenham will be favorites to dispatch Stoke in the final quarter-final game.
Everton and Manchester United have a lot of motivation to work with going into this clash.
Carlo Ancelotti has severally mentioned his ambitions to deliver silverware for the club and the Carabao Cup could represent a big chance to do.
Many have also claimed Ole Solskjaer is overdue for a title at United and the Norwegian will no doubt put a strong foot out in this one.
The Red Devils boast one of the best away forms around and they are favorites to win this one on paper. That might still be difficult to say but the match is one with a potential for goals at Goodison Park on Wednesday night.
Everton Form and Stats
After going on a run of 1 win in 7 games, Everton’s form has picked up significantly in their last three matches.
Carlo Ancelotti’s team started with two very impressive back-to-back wins against Chelsea and Leicester.
They added to those victories on Saturday evening by beating Arsenal 2-1 thanks to a Rob Holding own goal and Yerry Mina header.
Key Team Stats
- Everton have lost 2 of their last 4 home matches (English Premier League).
- Everton have already lost 3-1 at home to Manchester United this season (English Premier League).
- Everton are unbeaten in their last four games (all competitions).
Manchester United Form and Stats
Manchester United have established themselves as title contenders in the eyes of some in the Premier League following their recent form.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team have won six of their last seven league matches, as well as wins in all six of their away matches this season. In their last away match they defeated Sheffield United 3-2 before facing Leeds at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Man United won emphatically 6-2 thanks to a pair of braces from Scott McTominay and Bruno Fernandes, as well as strikes for Victor Lindelof and Daniel James.
Key Team Stats
- Manchester United have won their last 10 away matches (English Premier League).
- Manchester United have seen BTTS in their last 6 away matches (English Premier League).
- Manchester United are unbeaten in their last 13 away matches (English Premier League).
- Manchester United have won 6 of their last 7 matches (English Premier League).
Team News
Everton: Allan, Fabian Delph, Lucas Digne (injured) Andre Gomes, James Rodriguez (doubt).
Manchester United: Phil Jones, Marcus Rojo (injured)Scott McTominay, Luke Shaw (doubt).
Predicted Line-up
(Note: The image will change to the official XI once they’re both announced)
Head-To-Head Analysis
Manchester United have 89 wins in this fixture compared to Everton’s 70. There have also been 45 draws played out.
Manchester United beat Everton 3-1 at Goodison Park when the two sides met earlier this season in the Premier League back inNovember.
Match Facts
Betting Tips
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