Premier League Gameweek 7

Everton vs NS Chelsea

Hill Dickinson Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
74
Everton
vs
Chelsea
Sat, Oct 17 • 11:30
⚡ Form 68
⚖️ Balance 96
🏆 Stakes 33
⭐ Stars 91
Top four ambitions collide on Merseyside.

Win Probability

  • Everton 31%
  • Draw 25%
  • Chelsea 43%

Futmetrix AI estimate

A Top Four Statement Awaits at Hill Dickinson Stadium

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 74/100. This early-season clash is a crucial measuring stick for two sides desperate to solidify their Champions League credentials.

The Setup

The Everton defense has been remarkably resolute, conceding just three times in an unbeaten five-game run. Their high Form rating reflects a stubborn streak that will be severely tested by a volatile but lethal Chelsea side. The visitors have already plundered 15 goals, though their leaky backline makes this an unpredictable affair. Despite modest early-season Stakes, an off-the-charts Balance rating tells us these two are neck-and-neck in the race to crack the top four. Expect a fascinating tactical duel at Hill Dickinson Stadium on October 17, 2026.

Key Battle

The spotlight falls squarely on the clash between J. Tarkowski and João Pedro. Everton's defensive anchor must find a way to silence Chelsea's most potent weapon. With Pedro acting as the spearhead of a high-scoring attack, Tarkowski's positioning and physicality will be critical to keeping the home side's unbeaten record intact. This individual duel epitomizes a compelling Stars rating collision.

Our Prediction

We expect a thrilling 2-2 draw. Chelsea will undoubtedly breach the Everton rearguard, but their own defensive frailties will allow the hosts back into the contest.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Yes. It is a high-quality top-four battle featuring elite attacking talent against a rock-solid home defense.

What's the predicted outcome?

We expect a 2-2 draw, with Chelsea's attacking firepower counteracted by their undeniable defensive vulnerabilities.

Where are Everton and Chelsea in the league table?

Everton sits in 8th place with 9 points, just one point behind 5th-placed Chelsea.

What is Everton's current form?

Everton remains unbeaten in the Premier League this season, boasting a solid sequence of two wins and three draws.

Who is the in-form player to watch?

João Pedro is the standout star, racking up 4 goals and 2 assists in 4 matches with a 7.8 average rating.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
12/13/2025 Chelsea 2 - 0 Everton Premier League Stamford Bridge
04/26/2025 Chelsea 1 - 0 Everton Premier League Stamford Bridge
12/22/2024 Everton 0 - 0 Chelsea Premier League Goodison Park
04/15/2024 Chelsea 6 - 0 Everton Premier League Stamford Bridge
12/10/2023 Everton 2 - 0 Chelsea Premier League Goodison Park
03/18/2023 Chelsea 2 - 2 Everton Premier League Stamford Bridge
12/13/2025
Premier League Stamford Bridge
04/26/2025
Premier League Stamford Bridge
12/22/2024
Premier League Goodison Park
04/15/2024
Premier League Stamford Bridge
12/10/2023
Premier League Goodison Park
03/18/2023
Premier League Stamford Bridge
Everton Win
Chelsea Win
Draw

Season Statistics

5
League Position
6
10
Points
10
8
Goals Scored
15
5
Goals Conceded
13

League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Manchester City 6 18 16 5 +11 WLiverpool 0 - 3 Manchester City (11-10-2026)WManchester City 5 - 3 Sunderland (20-09-2026)WManchester United 0 - 1 Manchester City (13-09-2026)WManchester City 1 - 0 Coventry (05-09-2026)WCrystal Palace 1 - 4 Manchester City (28-08-2026)
2 Arsenal 6 15 10 5 +5 WArsenal 2 - 1 Leeds (10-10-2026)LBrighton 3 - 0 Arsenal (19-09-2026)WSunderland 0 - 2 Arsenal (12-09-2026)WArsenal 2 - 1 Chelsea (06-09-2026)WAston Villa 0 - 1 Arsenal (31-08-2026)
3 Brighton 6 13 18 5 +13 WSunderland 0 - 2 Brighton (10-10-2026)WBrighton 3 - 0 Arsenal (19-09-2026)WCoventry 0 - 5 Brighton (13-09-2026)DBrighton 1 - 1 Leeds (05-09-2026)LChelsea 4 - 3 Brighton (30-08-2026)
4 Brentford 6 10 12 6 +6 DAston Villa 2 - 2 Brentford (10-10-2026)WBrentford 3 - 0 Chelsea (18-09-2026)DBournemouth 2 - 2 Brentford (12-09-2026)DBrentford 1 - 1 Sunderland (05-09-2026)DLeeds 1 - 1 Brentford (30-08-2026)
5 Everton 6 10 8 5 +3 DHull City 2 - 2 Everton (11-10-2026)WEverton 1 - 0 Ipswich (19-09-2026)DTottenham 0 - 0 Everton (12-09-2026)DEverton 2 - 2 Manchester United (06-09-2026)DBournemouth 1 - 1 Everton (29-08-2026)
6 Chelsea 6 10 15 13 +2 WChelsea 5 - 1 Bournemouth (10-10-2026)LBrentford 3 - 0 Chelsea (18-09-2026)DChelsea 2 - 2 Hull City (12-09-2026)LArsenal 2 - 1 Chelsea (06-09-2026)WChelsea 4 - 3 Brighton (30-08-2026)
7 Leeds 6 9 8 5 +3 LArsenal 2 - 1 Leeds (10-10-2026)DLeeds 0 - 0 Crystal Palace (20-09-2026)WLeeds 4 - 1 Newcastle (14-09-2026)DBrighton 1 - 1 Leeds (05-09-2026)DLeeds 1 - 1 Brentford (30-08-2026)
8 Hull City 6 9 8 6 +2 DHull City 2 - 2 Everton (11-10-2026)LNewcastle 2 - 1 Hull City (19-09-2026)DChelsea 2 - 2 Hull City (12-09-2026)DHull City 0 - 0 Aston Villa (05-09-2026)WCoventry 0 - 1 Hull City (29-08-2026)
9 Liverpool 6 9 7 7 0 LLiverpool 0 - 3 Manchester City (11-10-2026)WBournemouth 0 - 1 Liverpool (20-09-2026)DLiverpool 0 - 0 Fulham (12-09-2026)WIpswich 0 - 2 Liverpool (04-09-2026)DLiverpool 2 - 2 Nottingham Forest (29-08-2026)
10 Ipswich 6 9 9 12 -3 WIpswich 2 - 1 Fulham (10-10-2026)LEverton 1 - 0 Ipswich (19-09-2026)WCrystal Palace 2 - 3 Ipswich (12-09-2026)LIpswich 0 - 2 Liverpool (04-09-2026)LManchester United 5 - 2 Ipswich (30-08-2026)
11 Newcastle 5 8 9 9 0 WNewcastle 2 - 1 Hull City (19-09-2026)LLeeds 4 - 1 Newcastle (14-09-2026)DNewcastle 2 - 2 Bournemouth (05-09-2026)WTottenham 0 - 2 Newcastle (29-08-2026)DNewcastle 2 - 2 Liverpool (23-08-2026)
12 Crystal Palace 6 7 9 12 -3 WCrystal Palace 3 - 1 Nottingham Forest (11-10-2026)DLeeds 0 - 0 Crystal Palace (20-09-2026)LCrystal Palace 2 - 3 Ipswich (12-09-2026)WFulham 2 - 3 Crystal Palace (05-09-2026)LCrystal Palace 1 - 4 Manchester City (28-08-2026)
13 Manchester United 6 6 9 9 0 DManchester United 1 - 1 Tottenham (10-10-2026)DFulham 1 - 1 Manchester United (20-09-2026)LManchester United 0 - 1 Manchester City (13-09-2026)DEverton 2 - 2 Manchester United (06-09-2026)WManchester United 5 - 2 Ipswich (30-08-2026)
14 Nottingham Forest 6 5 5 8 -3 LCrystal Palace 3 - 1 Nottingham Forest (11-10-2026)LNottingham Forest 0 - 1 Coventry (19-09-2026)WAston Villa 1 - 2 Nottingham Forest (12-09-2026)DNottingham Forest 0 - 0 Tottenham (05-09-2026)DLiverpool 2 - 2 Nottingham Forest (29-08-2026)
15 Aston Villa 6 5 6 11 -5 DAston Villa 2 - 2 Brentford (10-10-2026)WTottenham 2 - 3 Aston Villa (19-09-2026)LAston Villa 1 - 2 Nottingham Forest (12-09-2026)DHull City 0 - 0 Aston Villa (05-09-2026)LAston Villa 0 - 1 Arsenal (31-08-2026)
16 Sunderland 6 4 6 12 -6 LSunderland 0 - 2 Brighton (10-10-2026)LManchester City 5 - 3 Sunderland (20-09-2026)LSunderland 0 - 2 Arsenal (12-09-2026)DBrentford 1 - 1 Sunderland (05-09-2026)WSunderland 1 - 0 Fulham (30-08-2026)
17 Bournemouth 6 3 7 13 -6 LChelsea 5 - 1 Bournemouth (10-10-2026)LBournemouth 0 - 1 Liverpool (20-09-2026)DBournemouth 2 - 2 Brentford (12-09-2026)DNewcastle 2 - 2 Bournemouth (05-09-2026)DBournemouth 1 - 1 Everton (29-08-2026)
18 Tottenham 6 3 3 9 -6 DManchester United 1 - 1 Tottenham (10-10-2026)LTottenham 2 - 3 Aston Villa (19-09-2026)DTottenham 0 - 0 Everton (12-09-2026)DNottingham Forest 0 - 0 Tottenham (05-09-2026)LTottenham 0 - 2 Newcastle (29-08-2026)
19 Coventry 5 3 1 10 -9 WNottingham Forest 0 - 1 Coventry (19-09-2026)LCoventry 0 - 5 Brighton (13-09-2026)LManchester City 1 - 0 Coventry (05-09-2026)LCoventry 0 - 1 Hull City (29-08-2026)LArsenal 3 - 0 Coventry (21-08-2026)
20 Fulham 6 2 6 10 -4 LIpswich 2 - 1 Fulham (10-10-2026)DFulham 1 - 1 Manchester United (20-09-2026)DLiverpool 0 - 0 Fulham (12-09-2026)LFulham 2 - 3 Crystal Palace (05-09-2026)LSunderland 1 - 0 Fulham (30-08-2026)

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