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Everton fan selects starting XI for upcoming Crystal Palace match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:27 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Everton fan selects starting XI for upcoming Crystal Palace match

Summary

Ahead of Everton's match against Crystal Palace at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday, fan Natalie Bargery has shared her preferred starting XI. Bargery emphasizes Jarrad Branthwaite as a key player, marking him as the 'first outfield name on the teamsheet.' Other notable selections include Jordan Pickford in goal and Thierno Barry up front, whom she prefers over Beto. Bargery noted concerns about the squad's defensive capabilities but highlights the need for offensive support, particularly through Barry's potential. Everton fans continue to debate the optimal lineup as the season opener approaches.

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Status Watch

•Everton's match against Crystal Palace is on Saturday.
•Natalie Bargery names her preferred starting XI on BBC Radio Merseyside.
•Branthwaite is highlighted as a key player in the lineup.
•Barry is selected over Beto for the striker position.
•Concerns about the squad's defensive strength are noted.

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8:27 AMYahoo Sports — Barry or Beto? How should Everton's XI look?

What they're saying

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Speaking to BBC Radio Merseyside, Everton fan Natalie Bargery has picked her XI for the Crystal Palace fixture at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday. Bargery described Branthwaite as the "first outfield name on the teamsheet" and added he is in "100%" of Evertonians starting line-ups.
— Yahoo Sports

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