Everton v Southampton preview and prediction

Date/Time:  Saturday 5th May / 5:30

Everton and Southampton go head-to-head in the Premier League’s late kick-off on Saturday, as the Saints look to escape the relegation zone.

The home side are in decent form despite the fans dislike of boss Sam Allardyce. The Toffees are now eighth place in the table and four games unbeaten in the top-flight. In fact, the Merseysiders head into this game on the back of wins against Newcastle and Huddersfield.

Everton are usually strong home soil, as the Toffees have suffered just one defeat in their last seven league outings at Goodison Park in the top-flight.

Southampton are currently a point away from safety in the Premier League with the season close to its conclusion. The Saints recent form had been woeful until last weekend’s 2-1 win over Bournemouth ended an eight-game run without a win for Mark Hughes side.

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The visitors form on their travels has been poor this season, as the Saints have won just once in their last 15 games on their travels in the English top-flight. History is against the visitors recording a win in this clash, as they have failed to win at Goodison Park in their last 11 trips in all competitions.

Prediction

Home win and/or under 2.5 goals