Sport nationPaul Merson Predicts Everton to Secure First Win Against Leicester City
Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson has backed Everton to claim their first win of the season against Leicester City this weekend.
Everton, currently at the bottom of the table, desperately need three points to kickstart their campaign. The pressure is mounting on manager Sean Dyche after their Carabao Cup exit and a dismal start to the league.
Merson believes Everton have the “X-factor” to pull off an unexpected result, citing their ability to secure impressive victories despite struggling.
“Everton are also probably the only team in the bottom half of the table with an X-factor in them,” Merson told Sportskeeda. “No matter how much they struggle, they are always capable of pulling off an incredible result out of nowhere.”
He attributed their recent struggles to bad luck, specifically referencing their 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.
“They were unlucky against Villa in my opinion.”
Merson confidently predicted Everton’s victory, stating, “I just don’t think Leicester will be able to prevent Everton from securing a win here. There’s no two ways about it in my opinion, only one winner in this clash.”
Leicester City’s vulnerable defense, having conceded twice in each of their last three league games, presents an opportunity for Everton to capitalize.
A win would alleviate some pressure on Dyche and boost morale around Goodison Park.
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