Chelsea vs Everton: Premier League Gameweek 16 Preview & Prediction
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Chelsea vs Everton |
| Competition | Premier League (Gameweek 16, 2025/26 Season) |
| Venue | Stamford Bridge, London |
| Date | Saturday, December 13, 2025 |
| Kick-Off | 16:00 BST (18:00 EAT) |
Chelsea vs Everton Prediction: Can the Blues Break Everton's Defensive Resilience?
Chelsea vs Everton at Stamford Bridge promises tactical intrigue as the Blues seek to bounce back from their frustrating 0-0 draw with Bournemouth. The West London side, currently struggling under Enzo Maresca, winless in 4 consecutive games in all competitions will face a rejuvenated Everton fresh from 3-0 demolishing of Nottingham Forest. Everton have won 4 games in their last 5 Premier League matches.
David Moyes's Toffees arrive in London with newfound confidence, marshaled by the unstopable Dewsbury-Hall in midfield. While Stamford Bridge has historically been a fortress against Everton, this Premier League clash could define both clubs' trajectories in the 2025/26 season.
Premier League Standings: The Battle for European Spots
| Team | Position | Points | MP | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea | 5th | 25PTS | 15MP | +10GD |
| Everton | 7th | 24PTS | 15MP | +1GD |
The table is incredibly tight. An Everton victory would see them leapfrog Chelsea into the top four, a scenario few predicted at the campaign's start. Chelsea desperately needs consistency to challenge for Champions League qualification.
Form Analysis: Chelsea vs Everton Recent Performance
Chelsea Form (Last 5 Matches)
W-D-L-D-L
- Overall PPG: 1.67
- Home PPG: 1.60 ( Poor form)
- Away PPG: 1.75
Everton Form (Last 5 Matches)
W-W-L-W-W
- Overall PPG: 1.60
- Away PPG: 1.42 (Major concern)
Key Insight: Everton's away record remains their Achilles heel. The Toffees have lost 3 games on the road this Premier League season at home, a vulnerability Chelsea will eagerly exploit at Stamford Bridge.
Head-to-Head Record: Stamford Bridge Dominance
Chelsea has dominated this Premier League fixture in West London. Everton has not won a league match at Stamford Bridge since 1994, a 31-year hoodoo that David Moyes desperately wants to break.
Last Meeting: Chelsea 1-0 Everton (April 2024/25 Season at Stamford Bridge)
That devastating 6-0 drubbing remains fresh in Everton fans' memories, with Cole Palmer scoring four goals. Revenge will fuel the visitors' motivation.
Team News & Injury Updates
Chelsea Injury Report
| Player | Status | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Levi Colwill | Knee - OUT | Major defensive loss |
| Dario Essugo | Thigh injury - OUT | Late fitness test required |
| Romeo Lavia | Thigh injury - OUT | Midfield depth reduced |
| Liam Delap | Shoulder | Ruled Out |
Tactical Impact: Enzo Maresca has attacking depth. With Neto likely rested, Estevao should start right wing. Andre Santos and Enzo Fernández anchor the midfield.
Everton Injury Updates
| Player | Status | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Merlin Rohl | Hernia | Ruled Out |
| Seamus Coleman | Hamstring - OUT | Defensive options limited |
| Michael Keane | Unspecified | Late fitness assesment |
Game Changer: Jack Grealish's availability transforms Everton's attacking threat.
Tactical Breakdown: Chelsea vs Everton Strategy
Chelsea: Possession Dominance and Width
Maresca's tactical approach:
- Midfield Control: Santos and Fernández dictate tempo and dominate central areas
- Wide Isolation: Palmer and Estevao target Everton full-backs in 1v1 situations
- High Defensive Line: Compress the pitch and maintain territorial advantage
- Overload Flanks: Pin Everton back through sustained wide pressure
Everton: Defensive Resilience and Grealish Creativity
Moyes's counter-strategy:
- Low Block Formation: Rigid 4-2-3-1 or deep 4-5-1 without possession
- Counter-Attack Speed: Exploit Grealish's ball-carrying to relieve defensive pressure
- Set-Piece Threat:Tarkowski and Keane pose aerial danger from corners
- Game Management: Slow tempo and frustrate the Stamford Bridge crowd early
Probable Starting Lineups
Chelsea (4-2-3-1)
GK: Sánchez
DEF: James, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella
MID: Santos, Fernández
FWD: Estevao, Palmer (C), Neto
ST: Pedro
Everton (4-2-3-1)
GK: Pickford (C)
DEF: O'Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mykolenko
MID: Garner, Dewsbury-Hall
FWD: Grealish, Alcaraz, Grealish
ST: Barry
Chelsea vs Everton Final Score Prediction
Everton's disastrous away form cannot be ignored, 3 losses at home already this Premier League season. Chelsea's attack, orchestrated by the mercurial Cole Palmer, consistently delivers at Stamford Bridge.
However, Jack Grealish's availability gives Everton genuine counter-attacking threat. This match will be significantly tighter than last year's 6-0 humiliation, but the Blues' home advantage should prove decisive.
Final Score Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Everton
Betting Tips for Chelsea vs Everton
- Chelsea to Win (Home advantage and superior form)
- Cole Palmer Anytime Goalscorer (Four goals in last meeting)
- Both Teams to Score - YES (Grealish provides Everton attacking outlet)
Why This Premier League Match Matters
For Chelsea: Victory solidifies their European qualification push and maintains pressure on the top four. Three points keep them in contention for Champions League football.
For Everton: Breaking their 31-year Stamford Bridge curse while securing their first away points would provide massive psychological momentum in their fight for a top-half Premier League finish.
Where to Watch Chelsea vs Everton
- UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League
- USA: Peacock Premium, USA Network
- Kenya/East Africa: SuperSport Premier League
- Worldwide: Official Premier League streaming partners
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