As the Premier League Summer Series gets underway at MetLife Stadium, we’re backing a sharp, attacking Bet Builder centred around four dynamic forwards expected to make an early impact. With Everton and Bournemouth both gearing up for the new season, this is a perfect fixture to target shots on goal — especially in the opening 45 minutes when the intensity tends to be higher and tactical structures looser in pre-season.
Here’s our Bet Builder pick for Everton vs Bournemouth, which has been placed with William Hill:
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⚽ Beto to Hit the Target in the Opening Half
The Portuguese striker is expected to lead the line for Everton in New Jersey, and he’ll be looking to make a quick impression after a patchy run of form last season. With Moyes placing early emphasis on his side’s attacking discipline during this US tour, Beto will likely be tasked with pressing the Bournemouth backline high and early. The Cherries, still adjusting to a reshaped defence after losing Kerkez and Huijsen, are likely to rotate at the back, which could present space for Beto to exploit.
Furthermore, with Barry, McNeil and Ndiaye providing width and service, Beto is likely to see chances come his way before the break. Given Everton’s need to build rhythm before their Premier League campaign begins, expect Beto to be among the most active in front of goal early on.
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⚡ Thierno Barry to Record a First-Half Shot on Target
Barry has only recently joined up with the Everton squad after signing this summer, but early reports suggest the French forward has impressed in training and could be handed his first start or significant minutes here. Known for his movement off the ball and willingness to attack space behind defenders, Barry thrives in transitional moments — something that Bournemouth’s slightly disjointed summer backline might offer.
With Everton likely to field a high-pressing midfield and focus on ball recovery in advanced areas, Barry could find himself in prime shooting positions early. Given Moyes’s tendency to test new arrivals thoroughly in pre-season fixtures, this is an ideal moment for Barry to put himself on the radar with a direct contribution — and a shot on target looks more than likely.
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Reasoning Everton and Bournemouth both favour an attacking approach in early pre-season fixtures, and defensive rotations make this an ideal match to back early goal threats. All four players selected are likely starters or impactful first-half participants, each with proven shooting profiles and strong tactical fit to get a shot on target before half-time.
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🔴 Evanilson to Test the Keeper Before Half-Time
The Brazilian striker, featuring for Bournemouth in their Summer Series squad, has the raw physicality and direct style to trouble an Everton side missing key defenders. With Tarkowski and Branthwaite both absent, Everton’s back line could include fringe or younger players — a scenario that suits Evanilson’s aggressive style of play.
The former Porto man has settled well during the off-season and was involved in several attacking sequences in their friendly wins. With creative support likely to come from Tavernier, Brooks and the lively Semenyo, Evanilson should find himself on the end of at least one clear opportunity before the interval. His instinctive finishing ability and strength in the box make him a strong candidate to register a meaningful effort on goal in the first half.
🔁 Justin Kluivert to Register a First-Half Shot on Goal
Kluivert has had a quiet but effective start to pre-season, and with Iraola rotating his wide players to build match fitness, the Dutchman is likely to be involved from the off or as an early first-half substitute. He brings flair, unpredictability, and excellent movement between the lines — traits that could be key against an Everton side that has looked unconvincing in the first halves of their recent warm-up games.
With a tendency to drift in from the flank and shoot early, Kluivert is well-suited to exploiting the defensive reshuffles Everton are currently enduring. Given how he’s been deployed in previous friendlies, often cutting in from the left or right to take on defenders, it would be no surprise to see him test the keeper before the break.025.
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