Everton is set to host Bournemouth in the fourth round of the FA Cup at Goodison Park this Saturday.
This encounter marks the Cherries’ final visit to the historic stadium, where they previously staged a remarkable comeback in August, overturning a two-goal deficit in the final minutes to secure a 3-2 victory.
Since that defeat, Everton has undergone significant changes. The club parted ways with their former manager and welcomed David Moyes back for a second tenure. Despite an initial setback in his return, Moyes has revitalized the team, leading them to three consecutive Premier League victories—a feat unmatched by any club outside the top eight this season. These wins have propelled the Toffees nine points clear of the relegation zone, instilling renewed optimism among supporters.
The FA Cup holds a special place in Everton’s history, being their last major trophy won three decades ago. The fans are eager for a deep cup run, especially after not reaching a major final since 2009 under Moyes’ previous leadership. Goodison Park has been a fortress in recent FA Cup fixtures, with Everton winning eight of their last ten home matches in the competition. However, memories of last season’s fourth-round exit at the hands of Luton Town serve as a cautionary tale.
Bournemouth has proven to be a formidable adversary for Everton, winning seven of the last nine encounters between the two sides, including both league meetings this season. Notably, the Cherries have the opportunity to reach the FA Cup fifth round in consecutive seasons for the first time in their history. Balancing their impressive league campaign, where they sit just one point shy of fifth place and a potential Champions League spot, manager Andoni Iraola faces the challenge of prioritizing competitions.
Team selection will be pivotal for both managers. With the Merseyside derby looming, Moyes might opt for some rotation. In attack, Beto is expected to lead the line, given the injuries to Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Armando Broja, and Youssef Chermiti. Iliman Ndiaye’s recent form makes him indispensable, while Dwight McNeil’s absence could open the door for James Garner and Tim Iroegbunam, both recently returning from injuries. New loan signing Carlos Alcaraz from Flamengo is also in contention for his debut.
Bournemouth, dealing with their own injury concerns, may also rotate their squad. The departure of Max Aarons on loan, coupled with injuries to fellow right-backs Julian Araujo, James Hill, and Adam Smith, leaves them short-handed in defense. Marcos Senesi’s thigh problem adds to their woes. In attack, Dango Ouattara has been deputizing as a makeshift striker due to the absences of Evanilson and Enes Unal. Midfielders Luis Sinisterra and Alex Scott, who might have featured in this fixture, are also sidelined.
Given the circumstances, the predicted lineups are as follows:
Everton: Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski, Keane, Young; Harrison, Garner, Gueye, Iroegbunam, Ndiaye; Beto.
Bournemouth: Kepa; Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Winterburn, Brooks; Tavernier, Jebbison, Ouattara.
This matchup promises to be a closely contested affair. Everton’s resurgence under Moyes has seen them become more potent in attack while solidifying their defense. However, Bournemouth’s impressive form this season cannot be overlooked. Their recent loss to Liverpool ended a 12-game unbeaten streak, but the Cherries were unfortunate not to take something from that game. They will undoubtedly pose a significant challenge to Everton in this cup tie.
In conclusion, while Everton’s home advantage and recent form provide reasons for optimism, Bournemouth’s resilience and attacking threat suggest this encounter could go either way. A draw in regular time seems plausible, with the possibility of the match being decided by penalties. Football fans are in for an exciting and unpredictable FA Cup clash at Goodison Park.
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