Everton travel to Villa Park this afternoon while they seek to defy the odds and halt Aston Villa’s record-breaking winning streak at home.
David Moyes’ side occupies 12th place in the table. However, they arrive following a disappointing FA Cup shootout exit to Sunderland. The Toffees currently endure a poor run of form. They have won just once in their last seven games. Furthermore, history favours the hosts in this fixture. Everton have not beaten Villa in the league since 2019.
Everton Team News
Absences ravage the visiting squad. Michael Keane serves a suspension. Meanwhile, Idrissa Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye remain on international duty for the AFCON final. Injuries also rule out Jarrad Branthwaite, Seamus Coleman, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. They all miss the trip to the West Midlands.
Notably, Jack Grealish returns to the starting XI following a suspension. The former Villa captain is likely to face a hostile reception. He must inspire a weakened Toffees side. Consequently, Jake O’Brien partners James Tarkowski in defence. Harrison Armstrong and Merlin Röhl join James Garner in a reshuffled midfield. This unit must combat Villa’s superior squad depth.
Everton Predicted Lineup
Everton Predicted XI: Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski, O’Brien, Mykolenko; Rohl, Garner; McNeil, Armstrong, Grealish; Barry
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at Villa Park on Sunday, 18 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 16:30 GMT.
How to watch Aston Villa vs Everton?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage begins at 16:00 GMT.
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