Everton hosts Chelsea as both teams aim for crucial points
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 2:45 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Everton faces Chelsea in an EPL match at home on Saturday. Both teams are currently tied on points, with Everton slightly ahead due to goal difference. Chelsea remains unbeaten this season but is coming off a draw against Hull City. Everton has fitness concerns over key players Jarrad Branthwaite and Vitaliy Mykolenko, who will be subject to late fitness tests. Chelsea is missing captain Reece James due to injury. The match is important for both clubs as they look to solidify their positions in the league standings.
- •Everton and Chelsea both have 10 points, with Everton fifth on goal difference.
- •Chelsea has drawn its last match, while Everton seeks to maintain home advantage.
- •Branthwaite and Mykolenko's fitness is uncertain for Everton.
- •Chelsea's captain Reece James is unavailable due to injury.
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — Everton vs Chelsea: Predicted Line-Up | Branthwaite, Mykolenko face fitness tests
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