Everton vs Brighton Prediction & Betting Tips (24 August)

In great difficulty until mid-season last year, Everton experienced a spectacular recovery after the return to the bench of the emblematic David Moyes, already a club coach between 2002 and 2013. The Toffees finally finished 13th in the Premier League, 23 points ahead of the red zone. Their goal remains to fight for maintenance this season. Given his second half of the solid championship last year, Everton can hope for fewer scares, despite a disappointing summer preparation. 0 victory in 6 games for the Toffees, including 4 defeats. The last against AS Rome on August 9, 0-1 after a draw against Man U 2-2 . For the first day of PL, Everton completely disappointed against the promoted Leeds defeat 1-0.

In full progression for a few seasons, Brighton continued on his momentum despite the departure of Tactician expert Roberto de Zerbi last summer. Under the direction of Fabian Hurzeler, the Seagulls again showed great qualities during the previous exercise. However, this was not enough to win a European place, finishing 8th in the Premier League with 4 points behind the 7th. Brighton aims this season a qualification for a continental competition, an objective already reached by the club in 2023. The mission is obviously complicated in a very high first League, but the preparation, undefeated 4 victories against Stoke City, Las Palmas and Wolfsburg twice, for 1 draw against Southampton, is encouraging. Brighton had the opportunity to win against Fulham during the J1 last week, but the Seagulls were joined in the last moments of the 1-1 game . 

Despite Brighton’s recent dominance, Everton are unlikely to roll over again. Dyche’s teams are known for their resilience, and with the home crowd behind them, expect a more aggressive and compact setup. The return of key players like Amadou Onana and a potential start for Beto could inject fresh energy into the attack. Everton’s defensive duo of Tarkowski and Keane will need to be sharper, especially against Brighton’s fluid front line. If they can frustrate Brighton early and capitalize on set pieces, the tide could turn.

In a match that pits youthful innovation against gritty experience, the margins will be tight. Brighton’s attacking verve may earn them a goal, but Everton’s hunger for redemption and home advantage could tilt the balance. A 2-1 scoreline in favor of the hosts feels plausible—Calvert-Lewin to finally break his drought, McNeil to add a second, and Brighton to respond through Mitoma. It won’t be pretty, but it will be passionate, and Everton might just edge it.

• Summary: Everton is going head to head with Brighton & Hove Albion starting on 24 Aug 2025 at 13:00 UTC at Everton Stadium stadium, Liverpool city, England. The match is a part of the Premier League .
• Referee: Stuart Attwell
• Everton Feedinco Rating: 6.60
• Brighton Feedinco Rating: 6.81