Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are in excellent form, going unbeaten in their last 7 games across all competitions. As they host Everton, the Gunners need a victory to keep pace with the Premier League leaders and prevent Everton’s city rivals, Liverpool, from extending their advantage at the top.

Arsenal’s record against the Toffees is impressive, having won 5 of their last 6 meetings, including a dramatic 2-1 victory last season thanks to a late Kai Havertz goal.

Everton, by contrast, are struggling, with 6 league defeats already this season and only 3 wins in their last 13 games. With their solid home form and dominance over Everton in recent years, Arsenal look like a strong bet to take all three points at odds of 1.20.

Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka is in sensational form, making him an excellent pick to either score or assist at odds of 1.67. The Starboy has racked up 10 goal involvements in his last 6 matches, scoring 5 times and providing 5 assists during this red-hot run.

Saka has also delivered against Everton in the past, contributing to 3 goals in his last 2 appearances against them. Everton’s defence has been vulnerable all season, making Saka a prime candidate to shine in this match and continue his streak of decisive performances for Arsenal.

Everton’s veteran fullback Ashley Young is a solid bet to commit a foul in this game, with odds of 1.50 providing excellent value. The 38-year-old has fouled in each of his last 7 appearances, racking up a total of 8 fouls during this stretch.

Facing Arsenal, who draw an average of 10.24 fouls per game thanks to their dynamic and tricky attackers, Young will likely have his hands full trying to contain players like Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.

With his experience often leading to calculated fouls to break up play, and Arsenal’s relentless offensive approach, it seems highly probable that Young will add to his tally of fouls in this fixture.

Kai Havertz enters this match with confidence, having scored the decisive goal against Everton in their previous encounter last season. The German international has been more involved in recent games, taking 5 shots across his last 6 appearances.

He averages 0.88 shots on target per 90 minutes and is expected to find opportunities against an Everton defence that has struggled to keep clean sheets. Havertz’s knack for finding space in the box and his willingness to take shots make him a strong pick to register at least one shot on target. At odds of 1.30, this market offers value given his current form and his record against the Toffees.

Idrissa Gueye has been Everton’s most frequent offender this season when it comes to fouls. The midfielder has committed fouls in each of his last 12 starts, recording multiple fouls in 8 of those matches. With 23 fouls during this stretch, Gueye averages 1.80 fouls per 90 minutes.

Against Arsenal’s quick-passing midfield, Gueye is likely to be heavily involved defensively, increasing his chances of committing at least two fouls. At odds of 1.83, this market provides strong value based on his disciplinary record and the demanding nature of the matchup against Arsenal’s technical and fluid midfield.

James Tarkowski is another Everton player who presents value in the fouls market, priced at 1.44 to commit at least one foul. The centre-back has committed 12 fouls in his last 10 matches, fouling in 8 of those games.

Tarkowski’s aggressive defending style and physical approach make him a prime candidate to foul, especially against Arsenal’s nimble and creative attackers such as Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka. With Arsenal likely to dominate possession and create numerous attacking opportunities, Tarkowski will be under pressure, making this market a reliable pick.

Kai Havertz has a good record against Everton, having scored a late match-winner in their previous encounter last season. The German international has shown decent form recently, contributing to 4 goals in his last 5 appearances across all competitions. His versatility allows him to influence games from midfield or as a forward, and his ability to link up play makes him a consistent threat.

With Arsenal’s attacking setup creating plenty of chances, Havertz is well-positioned to either find the net himself or set up a teammate. At odds of 1.83, betting on Havertz to score or assist offers solid value based on his recent performances.

Bukayo Saka offers tremendous value at 2.10 to record two or more shots on target. The Arsenal winger has been a consistent attacking force, registering at least one shot on target in seven of his last 8 matches and multiple attempts in 4 of those. During this run, he has taken 25 shots, averaging 1.15 shots on target per 90 minutes.

Everton’s defence, which has struggled to contain quick and creative players, provides a favorable matchup for Saka. With his current form and ability to generate chances from open play and set pieces, backing him for two shots on target at these odds is a compelling bet.