Oh, the anticipation is palpable as we gear up for the Wolverhampton versus Everton big dance!
In the goalkeeping department, Wolverhampton has José Sá between the sticks, boasting a 6.77 rating and 7 saves. On the other side, we have Everton's Jordan Pickford who is faring slightly better with a 6.97 rating accompanied by 10 saves this season. Could be interesting, folks!
Now the Everton frontline, Carlos Alcaraz, Jarrad Branthwaite, and Beto have been causing some havoc lately. Especially Beto who bravely won control of the ball against gravity 3 times to nestle it into the back of the net.
On the other hand, Wolverhampton is not to be taken lightly. Brace yourselves as Matheus Cunha, the man with an impressive 7.93 rating and 2 goals under his belt, along with João Gomes and Rayan Aït Nouri, are all set to give opposition defenders a headache.
When we retreat to the past, the teams are always dealt a wild card. Our journey remorselessly revisits Everton's emphatic 4-0 thumping of Wolverhampton back in 2024. However, hold on to your hats as Wolverhampton did pack a punch with a 3-0 and 1-0 victory in their other meet-ups.
The stats are not really singing a merry tune for Wolverhampton's regular-season record, standing just 6-4-17 compared to Everton's decent 7-11-9. Wolverhampton’s recent form also leaves a bit to be desired, whereas Everton seems to be holding its own better on their side.
After carefully studying the tea leaves and consulting the football gods, it’s time for the moment we've all been waiting for.
Albert's Prediction: Everton by 1