Man United vs Everton prediction and odds ahead of Premier League clash

Manchester United are grappling with the aftermath of their recent defeat in the derby, yet they remain optimistic about their prospects for a turnaround in the Premier League as they prepare to host an Everton team that's been experiencing a rough patch. The hosts are 5/6 favourites with CopyBet to secure a win while Everton are 16/5 and a draw is 29/10.

The encounter at the Etihad last weekend initially hinted at a potential surprise from the Red Devils when Marcus Rashford netted an impressive goal, giving them a lead against Manchester City. However, Pep Guardiola's squad mounted unyielding pressure, culminating in a late goal by Erling Haaland that clinched a 3-1 victory and validated a prediction by our expert, Slips Tips.

This loss marked another setback for Erik Ten Hag's team, diminishing their chances for a top-four finish, especially with Aston Villa sitting comfortably 11 points ahead. Nevertheless, with Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, currently in fifth place, going head-to-head this weekend, there lies an opportunity for Manchester United to close the gap on their rivals.

On the other side, Everton's quest for points is driven by their struggle to avoid further descent in the league standings. Despite successfully reclaiming four points previously deducted by the Premier League, Sean Dyche's squad remains precariously close to the relegation zone, only five points ahead of Luton Town and having played an additional match.

Their recent 3-1 defeat to West Ham, which also resulted in a successful bet for our analyst Gabriel, extended their winless streak to seven matches across all competitions. The last time Everton celebrated a Premier League victory was back in mid-December—a dire situation that Dyche is keen