Premier League: Everton vs. Southampton Picks — Toffees End 133-Year Stay at Goodison Park Against Saints (May 18)

An emotional day awaits for Everton fans this weekend, as the Toffees play their final home match at Goodison Park when they take on Southampton.

Goodison Park has been the home stadium for the club since 1892. However, it has escaped demolition, as the arena will play host to the club’s women’s matches from the start of next season.

Southampton gained a creditable draw in their latest outing, as they upset the odds to play out a 0-0 draw against Man City. But, could they upset the Everton farewell party on Sunday?

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Saints Chasing Third Successive Win Against Toffees

Southampton have an eye-catching recent record against Everton, winning each of the last two Premier League meetings and the last three across all competitions.

Despite their struggles this term, the Saints have already recorded two wins against the Toffees in 2024-25. They were also 2-1 winners on their latest trip to Goodison Park.

Everton vs. Southampton Key Stats

• Everton came back from a goal down to beat Fulham last weekend, marking the first time that they have achieved that feat in an away match since October 2022.
• Southampton’s point against Man City last weekend means that they have avoided the embarrassment of ending the campaign with the joint-lowest points tally in Premier League history.

Everton Team News

Jake O’Brien should be fit enough to return to the squad for Everton this weekend. However, James Tarkowski remains out due to a thigh injury.

Possible Lineup

J. Pickford (GK); A. Young, M. Keane, J. Branthwaite, V. Mykolenko, J. Garner, I. Gueye, J. Harrison, A. Doucoure, C. Alcaraz, Beto

Southampton Team News

Charlie Taylor and Ryan Fraser are both doubts for the trip to Goodison Park. Juan Larios also remains unavailable due to injury.

Possible Lineup

A. Ramsdale (GK); T. Harwood-Bellis, J. Bednarek, J. Stephens, J. Bree, F. Downes, A. Lallana, Wellington, T. Dibling, M. Fernandes, K. Sulemana

Everton vs. Southampton Picks

Despite having lost their last two Premier League matches against Southampton, it appears hard to overlook Everton ending their stay at Goodison Park with a win on Sunday.

The Toffees have a fine home record against the Saints, winning three of the last five, and they come into this weekend in excellent recent form following a win over Fulham last Saturday.