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Everton vs. Arsenal: Live Updates, Team News and Match Preview
The Premier League action continues this weekend with a crucial fixture as Everton host Arsenal at Goodison Park. With both teams having their own objectives for the season, this match promises to deliver excitement and high-quality football. Let’s dive into everything you need to know about this encounter.
Match Information
Date, Time and Venue
This Premier League clash takes place on Saturday, 5th April 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 12:30 BST at Goodison Park, Liverpool. The historic venue will once again serve as the battleground for these two storied clubs.
How to Follow Live
Fans can follow the action through multiple channels:
- Live text commentary available on major sports websites
- Live scores and real-time statistics
- Premier League standings updates
- BBC Radio 5 Live will provide live radio commentary
- Join the conversation using #bbcfootball on social media or through WhatsApp
Team News and Lineups
Arsenal Team News
Mikel Arteta has made five changes from Arsenal’s previous outing, with several key players either rested or nursing injuries ahead of their upcoming Champions League fixture. Most notably, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard start on the bench, with Arteta carefully managing their minutes.
Ben White returns to the starting lineup after recovering from injury, replacing Jurrien Timber at right-back. In central defense, Jakub Kiwior steps in for the injured Gabriel Magalhães, causing some concern among Arsenal supporters about their defensive stability.
Jorginho takes the captain’s armband in Odegaard’s absence, while Raheem Sterling and Leandro Trossard provide attacking options alongside young Ethan Nwaneri who gets a rare start. Thomas Partey and Gabriel Martinelli join the bench as Arteta looks to rotate his squad during this busy period.
Speaking pre-match, Arteta explained his selection decisions: “We have some minor physical issues with several players, and with the Champions League match coming up midweek, we need to manage the squad carefully.” The manager specifically mentioned hamstring concerns for Saka, Martinelli, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel.
Arsenal Starting XI: Raya, White, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly, Jorginho (c), Merino, Rice, Nwaneri, Trossard, Sterling
Arsenal Substitutes: Neto, Timber, Tierney, Zinchenko, Partey, Gower, Odegaard, Martinelli, Saka
Everton Team News
David Moyes has made three changes to his Everton side as they look to continue their impressive run of form at Goodison Park. Iliman Ndiaye returns from injury to replace Charly Alcaraz, while Tim Iroegbunam is preferred to James Garner in midfield.
At right-back, Nathan Patterson comes in for Vitalii Mykolenko in a defensive reshuffle. Dwight McNeil, recently returning from injury, is named among the substitutes and could make an impact off the bench.
Everton Starting XI: Pickford, O’Brien, Tarkowski (c), Branthwaite, Patterson, Gueye, Iroegbunam, Doucoure, Harrison, Ndiaye, Beto
Everton Substitutes: Virginia, Coleman, Young, Keane, Garner, McNeil, Alcaraz, Broja, Chermiti
Pre-Match Analysis and Quotes
Arsenal’s Perspective
Former Arsenal star Ellen White emphasized the importance of gradually reintegrating Saka into the team: “They need to be careful with his minutes. He’s absolutely crucial for their title hopes, but rushing him back could be disastrous.”
The absence of Gabriel in central defense has raised concerns among supporters. Arteta has challenged other players to step up, saying: “When someone important is missing, it’s an opportunity for others to show their quality.”
Arsenal fan Peter expressed cautious optimism: “I’m pleased with our progress this season, but I’m still uncertain whether we can catch Liverpool in the title race. Today’s game is absolutely must-win.”
Since the 2021-22 season, Arsenal have accumulated the most points in the Premier League but still haven’t secured the championship, highlighting their frustrating near-misses in recent campaigns.
Everton’s Perspective
Everton have shown remarkable improvement under David Moyes, collecting 17 points from a possible 33 and establishing a 14-point cushion above the relegation zone. This resurgence has eased fears of relegation that plagued the club earlier in the season.
Moyes spoke warmly about his former player Declan Rice, whom he managed at West Ham: “Declan is a fantastic player who has developed into one of the best midfielders in the league. His value to Arsenal cannot be understated.”
The Everton manager also reminisced about Mikel Arteta’s playing days at Everton, joking that he was “always a bit grumpy!” before praising his success as Arsenal manager.
Recently, Everton issued a statement condemning death threats made against defender James Tarkowski following the Merseyside derby, calling for respect and sportsmanship from all fans.
Key Match Facts and Head-to-Head
Head-to-Head History
Everton enjoyed remarkable success against Arsenal between December 2020 and February 2023, winning four out of five league meetings. However, the tide has turned with Arsenal unbeaten in the last four encounters, securing three wins and one draw.
The reverse fixture at the Emirates in December ended in a goalless draw, a result that Arsenal will be keen to improve upon as they chase crucial points in their title bid.
Arsenal have struggled to keep clean sheets in both seasonal meetings with Everton since the 2011-12 campaign, highlighting a defensive vulnerability against the Toffees.
Recent Form
Arsenal lost this exact fixture 1-0 last season but will be determined to avoid a repeat performance. Their record at Goodison Park and Anfield makes for grim reading, with just three wins from their last 26 visits to the blue and red halves of Liverpool.
Before last season’s defeat, Everton were unbeaten in five home matches against Arsenal, winning four and drawing one. At Goodison Park this season, they’ve lost just two of their last 13 Premier League matches, drawing their last three.
Arsenal, however, are currently on an impressive 10-match unbeaten run away from home in the Premier League, with five wins and five draws. They’ve collected more points on the road than any other team since the turn of 2024.
Premier League Table and Other Fixtures
As of April 4th, 2025, Liverpool lead the table with 73 points, followed by Arsenal in second with 61 points. Manchester City sit fifth with 51 points, while Everton occupy 15th position with 34 points, comfortably clear of the relegation zone.
Other Premier League fixtures this Saturday include Crystal Palace vs. Brighton & Hove Albion, Ipswich Town vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers, and West Ham United vs. AFC Bournemouth at 15:00 BST, followed by Aston Villa vs. Nottingham Forest at 17:30 BST.
Match Officials
Today’s match will be officiated by Darren England, with Stuart Attwell serving as the Video Assistant Referee. Both officials bring considerable experience to this high-stakes Premier League encounter.
As the teams prepare to take the field at Goodison Park, all eyes will be on how Arsenal’s reshuffled lineup copes with Everton’s home advantage. With points precious for both sides, an entertaining encounter awaits.
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