Everton Vs Brighton Hove Albion

Everton host Brighton & Hove Albion at Goodison Park on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 14:00 BST. Sean Dyche’s side will lean on defensive grit and set-piece strength, while Fabian Hürzeler’s Brighton bring a possession-heavy approach. This Everton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Betting Preview examines form, lineups, head-to-head history, tactical setups, and the key betting markets in this early-season football clash.

Match Background – Everton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Betting Preview

  • Everton: Finished 15th in 2024/25, built on defensive solidity (1.3 goals conceded per game) but struggled offensively (1.2 goals per game). Summer signings include Iliman Ndiaye (£15m from Marseille), Jake O’Brien (£16m from Lyon), and Armando Broja (loan from Chelsea). Dominic Calvert-Lewin left for Leeds on a free. Everton remain tough at Goodison, scoring in 80% of home matches. Injury watch: James Tarkowski (fitness test).
  • Brighton: Finished 11th last season, averaging 58% possession. New arrivals include Yankuba Minteh (£30m from Newcastle), Mats Wieffer (£25m from Feyenoord), and Georginio Rutter (£40m from Leeds), with Pascal Gross departing. Brighton’s youthful side offers flair but early inconsistency remains a risk.

Head-to-Head Record – Everton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Betting Preview

MetricEvertonBrightonNotes
PL Meetings7 wins5 wins4 draws in 16 matches
Goals per Game1.51.4Avg. 2.94 per match
Last Season1 win1 winBrighton won 2-1 at the Amex
Goodison ParkUnbeaten in last 5 vs Brighton—Strong home edge

Everton hold a slight edge at Goodison Park, but Brighton’s win at the Amex last season underlines their growing competitiveness.

Players to Watch – Everton vs Brighton & Hove Albion Betting Preview

Everton

  • Iliman Ndiaye – Versatile forward, dribbling threat, 3 goals in Ligue 1.
  • Jarrad Branthwaite – Defensive rock, 90% tackle success rate.
  • Armando Broja – Loan signing, offers pace and finishing as Calvert-Lewin’s replacement.

Brighton

  • Kaoru Mitoma – Dribbling winger, 3 goals and 6 assists last season.
  • Yankuba Minteh – Explosive new winger, 10 Eredivisie goals.
  • Georginio Rutter – Creative forward, 7 goals with Leeds.

Key Betting Odds

MarketOddsNotes
Everton Win+200Strong at Goodison Park
Draw+240Balanced outcome
Brighton Win+140Away favourites
BTTS (Yes)-1304 of last 6 H2H saw goals both sides
Over 2.5 Goals-120Avg. 2.94 goals per game

For the latest odds, Brighton remain narrow favourites, but Everton’s home resilience cannot be ignored.

Tactical Insight & Game Flow

  • Everton: Likely to set up in a 4-4-1-1 low block, keeping 40–45% possession. Set-pieces remain vital (30% of goals last season). Ndiaye and Broja add counter-attacking pace.
  • Brighton: Expect 55–60% possession, with Mitoma and Minteh stretching wide areas. Wieffer anchors midfield, while Rutter links attacks centrally.

Predicted Flow:

  • First half: Scrappy, Everton compact, Brighton probing.
  • Second half: Breakthrough likely via set-piece (Everton) or wide play (Brighton).
  • If Brighton score first: Everton will push counters, increasing BTTS value.
  • If 0-0 at HT: Brighton persistence could bring a late goal.

Prediction & Best Bets

  • Prediction: 1-1 Draw – Everton’s grit meets Brighton’s flair.
  • Best Bets:
    • BTTS – Yes (-130)
    • Over 2.5 Goals (-120)
    • Draw (+240)
    • Mitoma Anytime Scorer (+300)