Liverpool and Everton face off in the third round of the FA Cup for the second time in three seasons when they meet at Anfield on Sunday afternoon.
The Reds won that previous meeting 2-1 thanks to debutant Virgil van Dijk’s late winner and also beat the Toffees 5-2 in the Premier League earlier on this season.
Liverpool vs Everton Latest Odds
bet365 make Liverpool 17/20 (1.85) favourites to reach the fourth round, with Jurgen Klopp likely to make a host of changes after a gruelling run of fixtures across November and December.
Everton, then, will see this as a perfect opportunity to claim their first win at Anfield since 1999 and are 29/10 (3.90) to do just that on Carlo Ancelotti’s first taste of the Merseyside derby.
Three of the last six meetings between these sides have ended in draws and bet365 offer 29/10 (3.90) that a replay is needed at Goodison Park.
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Liverpool vs Everton Team News
Klopp has rarely played strong teams in this tournament, meaning youngsters Harvey Elliott, Curtis Jones and Nat Phillips could feature alongside the likes of Divock Origi and Adrian. Takumi Minamino could make his debut.
Ancelotti is unlikely to make too many changes for the trip across Stanley Park. Moise Kean and Cenk Tosun will both push to start after being on the bench for Everton’s 2-1 loss at Manchester City.
Liverpool vs Everton Preview
Liverpool won the earlier Premier League meeting between these sides at a canter but this tie takes on a different dynamic, with a rotated Liverpool lineup on the cards and the rejuvenation of Everton since Ancelotti took over.
Whilst the Toffees lost at Man City last time out, their three games under the Italian manager have yielded two victories and there has been an air of positivity about Everton.
They will look to exploit a Reds defence that is likely to rest Van Dijk and potentially Joe Gomez, although Liverpool themselves should have few issues breaching an Everton backline that has kept just two clean sheets in their last 12 games.
Liverpool vs Everton Tips and Predictions
This fixture, then, is set to be an open affair with both sides looking to prove a point and the 6/5 (2.20) price on over 3.5 goals with bet365 could offer punters good value on Sunday afternoon.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Cover 3.5 goals at 6/5 (2.20) for a 2pt stake at bet365
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