As Leeds United return to Premier League duty at Elland Road against Everton, we’ve assembled a smart Bet Builder to capture value from multiple angles. Based on both historical data and current squad conditions, we’ve identified four bets that form a compelling case in Everton’s favour – not only to win the match, but to dominate several statistical categories. Below is a breakdown of each individual leg and the reasoning behind our selections.
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Everton to Win
Despite Everton’s poor opening-day record in recent years, there’s a strong case for backing them to leave Yorkshire with all three points. While pre-season was far from inspiring – losing four of their six fixtures – Everton’s form at the back end of the 2024-25 campaign should not be overlooked. Accumulating 31 points from their final 18 games showed they had found a sustainable formula under David Moyes, who now has further bolstered his side with key additions.
Leeds, on the other hand, are stepping into the Premier League after a dominant but far less demanding Championship season. Although they stormed to the title with 100 points, the chasm in quality between the second tier and the top flight remains significant. The absence of several key defenders – including Sebastiaan Bornauw and Jayden Bogle – leaves Daniel Farke’s side particularly vulnerable, especially with new signings still bedding in.
Recent history also leans heavily towards Everton. Leeds have failed to win any of their last five top-flight clashes with the Toffees and have not beaten them at Elland Road in the Premier League since 2001. With the home side fielding a number of debutants and Everton’s attacking line bolstered by the likes of Jack Grealish and Iliman Ndiaye, the visitors should have enough quality to take advantage.
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Everton to Have the Most Shots
Looking at how these two teams typically play, Everton are more likely to pull the trigger regularly. Leeds come into this fixture with plenty of midfield reshuffling, and their likely front three of Gnonto, Piroe, and James are dangerous but not prolific in terms of volume shooting.
Everton, conversely, are structured to take aim frequently. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and James Garner offer creativity from midfield, while Ndiaye and Beto tend to be active in and around the box. Grealish’s inclusion, even in an unfamiliar role, is also likely to lead to a high volume of forward moves, generating multiple opportunities to shoot.
Last season, Everton consistently managed to rack up decent shot totals, especially against sides that allowed them to dictate possession. Leeds are expected to offer space in the wide areas, which should suit the visitors’ approach. Moreover, with the hosts likely to be conservative in their first match back in the top flight, it would not be surprising to see Everton lead the shot count by full-time.
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Everton to Record the Most Shots on Target
This leg of the Bet Builder relies not just on volume but on accuracy – and Everton’s attacking options make a persuasive argument. While they may not have been clinical in pre-season, the addition of Thierno Barry and the potential impact of Grealish add a different dimension to their final-third play.
Against a Leeds defence without three key players – and with a debutant goalkeeper in Lucas Perri – Everton are well placed to test the target frequently. The Toffees also have the benefit of consistency in midfield, allowing them to create chances with greater precision. This is particularly relevant against a Leeds side that may lack cohesion early in the campaign.
Statistically, promoted sides often struggle to limit shots on target in their first few games, as they adjust to the pace and sharpness of top-tier football. Everton’s familiarity and stronger squad depth should allow them to take advantage and lead this metric comfortably.
Everton to Win the Most Corners
Set-piece data from last season, coupled with Everton’s preferred style of play, points to a likely advantage in corner count. The Toffees regularly forced corners through direct play, especially via overlapping full-backs and aggressive wingers.
With Mykolenko likely to be fit and both Ndiaye and Barry keen to cut inside, Everton should enjoy numerous attacking phases that result in corners. Leeds, meanwhile, are more possession-focused under Farke, meaning they are less inclined to fire in early crosses or shoot from tight angles – actions which typically result in corner kicks.
Everton’s midfield – featuring high-energy players like Dewsbury-Hall and Garner – also presses effectively, which could pin Leeds back and lead to more corners for the away side. In a tight game, corner dominance is often a good indicator of overall attacking threat, and in this case, it strengthens the appeal of Everton in this metric.Palace.
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