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Premier League 2025/26
| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 26 | 7 | 5 | +44 | 71:27 | 85 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 9 | 6 | +42 | 77:35 | 78 | |
| 3 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | +19 | 69:50 | 71 | |
| 4 | 38 | 19 | 8 | 11 | +7 | 56:49 | 65 | |
| 5 | 38 | 17 | 9 | 12 | +10 | 63:53 | 60 | |
| 6 | 38 | 13 | 18 | 7 | +4 | 58:54 | 57 | |
| 7 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | -6 | 42:48 | 54 | |
| 8 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 13 | +6 | 52:46 | 53 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 11 | 13 | +3 | 55:52 | 53 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 10 | 14 | +6 | 58:52 | 52 | |
| 11 | 38 | 15 | 7 | 16 | -4 | 47:51 | 52 | |
| 12 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | -2 | 53:55 | 49 | |
| 13 | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | -3 | 47:50 | 49 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 14 | 13 | -7 | 49:56 | 47 | |
| 15 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | -10 | 41:51 | 45 | |
| 16 | 38 | 11 | 11 | 16 | -3 | 48:51 | 44 | |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | -9 | 48:57 | 41 | |
| 18 | 38 | 10 | 9 | 19 | -19 | 46:65 | 39 | |
| 19 | 38 | 4 | 10 | 24 | -37 | 38:75 | 22 | |
| 20 | 38 | 3 | 11 | 24 | -41 | 27:68 | 20 |
Goodison Park buzzed with anticipation as Everton hosted Chelsea in a Premier League clash. Both sides fielded strong starting elevens, setting the stage for a competitive encounter. The Toffees aimed to leverage home advantage against a determined Blues outfit.
Everton dominated possession in the opening period, controlling the ball for 64% of the time and completing 201 passes in the opposition half. Their build-up play was evident, with 76 passes reaching the final third, suggesting sustained periods of pressure. The team registered nine shots on target, indicating a strong attacking intent, though the accuracy of these attempts was a mixed bag. The home side's ability to win 11 tackles and 7 interceptions further highlighted their efforts to regain possession and initiate attacks.
The Blues, conversely, found it challenging to establish a consistent rhythm, with their possession share reflecting a more defensive posture. Despite this, Chelsea's midfield, featuring Lavia, Caicedo, and Fernández, worked to disrupt Everton's flow. The tactical setup saw Chelsea absorbing pressure and looking for opportunities to counter, though concrete chances were limited by Everton's organized defence and midfield control. The physical battle was also notable, with both teams engaging in numerous duels.
The second half continued in a similar vein, with Everton pushing for an opening. Their Expected Goals figure of 0.98 suggested they were creating opportunities, and the two big chances created pointed towards significant moments of attacking threat. Dwight McNeil and Iliman Ndiaye were key figures in Everton's forward movements, linking play and probing the Chelsea defence. The team's 5 successful crosses indicated an attempt to utilize width, though converting these into clear-cut scoring opportunities proved difficult.
Chelsea's defensive resilience was tested throughout the match, with Wesley Fofana and Jorrel Hato forming a solid partnership at the back. Despite Everton's 3 corners and numerous attacks, the Blues managed to keep them at bay. The match statistics revealed a balanced contest in terms of duels won, with both teams registering 12 successful aerial duels. The final outcome remained in the balance, a testament to the defensive efforts of both sides and the fine margins in Premier League football.
