📊 By the Numbers
⚽ Everton vs Crystal Palace Match Preview
This is the final Goodison Park opener. Ever. After 133 years at the Grand Old Lady, Everton move to Bramley-Moore Dock for 2027/28. Every Goodison fixture carries emotional weight. David Moyes is back and Everton look more like an Everton team than they have in years. Jarrad Branthwaite anchors the defence; Calvert-Lewin’s aerial ability is the primary weapon.
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Oliver Glasner’s Crystal Palace are the league’s most unpredictable team. Eberechi Eze’s 14 goal involvements made him Palace’s most productive player. Michael Olise remains at the club and his understanding with Eze is telepathic. Palace struggle against physical, direct teams — exactly what Everton are.
The Goodison farewell factor is real. The last five meetings: two Everton wins, two draws, one Palace win. Last season’s fixture finished 0-0. Expect scrappy, physical, decided by a single moment. The Gwladys Street End will roar one last opening day.
📖 Everton vs Crystal Palace Head to Head Record
| Date | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | Selhurst | Crystal Palace 0-0 Everton |
| Nov 2, 2025 | Goodison | Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace |
| Apr 19, 2025 | Selhurst | Crystal Palace 1-1 Everton |
| Sep 28, 2024 | Goodison | Everton 1-0 Crystal Palace |
| Feb 19, 2024 | Goodison | Everton 1-1 Crystal Palace |
📈 Everton vs Crystal Palace Form Guide
Everton — Last 5
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| May 25 | Southampton (A) | W 2-0 |
| May 18 | West Ham (H) | W 1-0 |
| May 11 | Spurs (A) | L 1-2 |
| May 3 | Newcastle (A) | L 1-2 |
| Apr 26 | Forest (H) | W 2-1 |
Crystal Palace — Last 5
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| May 25 | Arsenal (H) | L 0-1 |
| May 18 | Brighton (A) | L 0-2 |
| May 11 | Wolves (H) | W 3-1 |
| May 3 | Fulham (H) | W 1-0 |
| Apr 26 | Bournemouth (A) | L 1-2 |
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Everton's Approach
David Moyes' Everton are built on defensive solidity and set-piece threat. A compact 4-5-1 out of possession, direct in transition. Jarrad Branthwaite is the defensive anchor; Calvert-Lewin's aerial ability remains the primary attacking weapon. This being the final Goodison opener, expect a ferocious atmosphere.
Crystal Palace's Approach
Oliver Glasner's Palace play a 3-4-2-1 that relies on Eze and Olise (if he stays) creating between the lines. Quick combinations in tight spaces, wing-backs providing width. Palace struggle against physical, direct teams — exactly what Everton are. The Selhurst Park side will need to weather the early storm.
⚔️ Everton vs Crystal Palace Key Battles
🌟 Players to Watch
Jarrad Branthwaite is Everton's most valuable asset — 68% aerial duel success rate last season. If he dominates Mateta aerially, Palace's primary route is neutralized. For the visitors, Eberechi Eze led the league in progressive carries from midfield and can unlock the tightest defence with a single turn.
🔮 Everton vs Crystal Palace Score Prediction
Prediction: Everton 1-0 Crystal Palace
Goodison farewell season starts with a scrappy, emotional win.
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📺 How to Watch Everton vs Crystal Palace
| Country | Broadcaster | Kick-off |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 UK | Sky Sports | 3:00 PM BST |
| 🇺🇸 USA | NBC / Peacock | Varies |
| 🌍 Africa | SuperSport | Varies |