Premier League Gameweek 21
Everton 1 - 1 FT Wolves
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⚖️ Balance
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⭐ Stars
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vs
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
17' M. Keane (T. Iroegbunam)
José Sá 43'
HT
↓ J. Arias ↑Andre 46'
Yerson Mosquera 57'
↓ L. Krejci ↑J. S. Larsen 67'
M. Mane (J. S. Larsen) 69'
77' Tim Iroegbunam
Hee-Chan Hwang 77'
81' Michael Keane
83' Michael Keane
87' Jack Grealish
87' ↓ T. Barry ↑Beto
87' ↓ H. Armstrong ↑N. Patterson
90' Jack Grealish
90' Jack Grealish
90'+1 ↓ D. McNeil ↑M. Rohl
↓ Hwang Hee-Chan ↑Pedro Lima 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Everton
Goalkeepers
Jordan Pickford 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jake O'Brien 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
James Tarkowski
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
Michael Keane 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.9
Rating
Vitalii Mykolenko 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Harrison Armstrong 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
James Garner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Timothy Iroegbunam
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Dwight McNeil
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Thierno Barry 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
7%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
Jack Grealish
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
7.2
Rating
BENCH
Mark Travers 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Tom King
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nathan Patterson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Aznou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reece Welch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Elijah Campbell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Dibling
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Merlin Röhl
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Beto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wolves
Goalkeepers
José Sá
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Yerson Mosquera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago Bueno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ladislav Krejčí
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Midfielders
Jackson Tchatchoua
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jhon Arias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
João Gomes 
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
69
Passes
15
Duels
Mateus Mané 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Hugo Bueno
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
32%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Tolu Arokodare
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hwang Hee-Chan
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
23%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
BENCH
Sam Johnstone
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Matt Doherty
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Møller Wolfe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Lima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Trindade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jørgen Strand Larsen 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
23
Minutes
6.6
Rating
Tawanda Chirewa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fer López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Ojinnaka
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/08/2025 | Wolves | 1 - 1 | Everton | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 12/04/2024 | Everton | 4 - 0 | Wolves | Premier League | Goodison Park |
| 12/30/2023 | Wolves | 3 - 0 | Everton | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 08/26/2023 | Everton | 0 - 1 | Wolves | Premier League | Goodison Park |
| 05/20/2023 | Wolves | 1 - 1 | Everton | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
| 12/26/2022 | Everton | 1 - 2 | Wolves | Premier League | Goodison Park |
| 03/13/2022 | Everton | 0 - 1 | Wolves | Premier League | Goodison Park |
| 11/01/2021 | Wolves | 2 - 1 | Everton | Premier League | Molineux Stadium |
Everton Win
Wolves Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 21 GD: +26
P: 21 GD: +26
P: 21 GD: +9
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 21 GD: +5
P: 21 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: +10
P: 21 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: -1
P: 21 GD: +3
P: 21 GD: -2
P: 21 GD: -1
P: 21 GD: +3
P: 21 GD: -6
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -13
P: 21 GD: -21
P: 21 GD: -19
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Everton
Wolves
Everton
Wolves
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Discipline Deserts Toffees in Hill Dickinson Drama
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. A match that began with clinical precision for the hosts dissolved into a disciplinary nightmare, leaving Everton to count the cost of two late red cards against a resilient Wolves side.
Keane’s Rollercoaster Evening
From the opening whistle, the Intensity at Hill Dickinson Stadium favored the hosts. Everton looked every bit the superior side early on, asserting their dominance through a structured midfield press. The breakthrough arrived in the 17th minute when Michael Keane rose highest to meet a precision delivery from T. Iroegbunam. At that moment, the narrative seemed set: a comfortable home win against a struggling side rooted to the bottom of the table. However, the Balance of the match began to shift as the first half closed, with Wolves growing into the contest despite their precarious league position.
The Wolves Bite Back
The second half saw Gary O'Neil’s side play with the desperation of a team fighting for survival. With 55% possession, the visitors began to unlock a tiring Everton backline. The Stakes could not have been higher for the basement dwellers, and their persistence was rewarded in the 69th minute. J. S. Larsen turned provider, sliding a clever ball into the path of Mateus Mané, who finished with clinical composure to level the score. Suddenly, the Upset Factor felt tangible, as the home crowd grew restless under the floodlights.
VAR Chaos and Red Mist
The match reached a boiling point in the final ten minutes. A flashpoint involving Keane drew the attention of the VAR booth. After an extensive review in the 81st minute, the initial decision was upgraded, and by the 83rd minute, Keane was shown a straight red card for violent conduct. The numerical disadvantage crippled Everton's tactical structure, but the self-destruction wasn't over. In a chaotic stoppage time, Jack Grealish was dismissed for an avoidable argument, leaving the Toffees with nine men. Amidst the chaos, Yerson Mosquera stood tall for the visitors, marshaling the defense to ensure they left with a vital point in their quest for Premier League safety.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Michael Keane impact the match?
It forced Everton into a defensive shell, ending their attacking threat and leading to further frustration that culminated in a second red card for Jack Grealish.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Desperation at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 39/100. For Wolves, this is a final stand; for Everton, it’s about avoiding a late-season slide into the chaos below.
The Setup
This early January fixture brings a chilling reality to Wolves. Sitting rock bottom in 20th place with a meager six points, their Form is a dire reflection of a season where nothing has clicked. Reporting live from Hill Dickinson Stadium, the atmosphere is tense but expectant. Everton, currently 12th, haven't been entirely convincing lately, but their defensive Balance at home usually provides enough of a cushion to stifle struggling attacks. The Stakes couldn't be higher for the visitors; anything less than a result here begins the final countdown on their top-flight status.
Key Battle
The tactical tug-of-war will center on the physical battle in the boxes. Jordan Pickford will be tasked with organizing an Everton defense that must remain concentrated against a desperate opponent, while Matheus Cunha remains the primary creative spark for a Wolves side that has managed only 14 goals in 20 matches. If Everton can isolate the visitors' playmakers, the threat effectively evaporates.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey, physical encounter dominated by nerves. Everton will likely lean into their home advantage, using direct play and set-pieces to test a fragile Wolves backline that has conceded 40 goals already. While the visitors will fight for their lives, the sheer lack of confidence in their Stars makes an upset unlikely. We foresee a narrow 1-0 victory for the Toffees as they grind out a result through sheer persistence.