Manchester United will look to claim the 2025 Premier League Summer Series trophy when they face Everton on Sunday afternoon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
The Red Devils need only a draw to ensure they lift the trophy, but Ruben Amorim will want all three points and a strong close to the preseason. Everton are hoping to avoid losing all three matches in the competition as David Moyes looks for answers in his midfield.
My Manchester United vs. Everton predictions and free betting picks break down why the Red Devils should roll to victory on Sunday, August 3.
Premier League predictions for Manchester United vs Everton
My Manchester United vs Everton best bet: Manchester United -1.5 Asian Spread (+167 at bet365)
It’s easy to look at the scoreline from Manchester United’s 4-1 win over Bournemouth and see that they controlled the match. But the performance Ruben Amorim’s men put in speaks to a team that appears to be finally understanding his 3-4-2-1 system.
For the first time since the new boss took over, you finally saw his system truly in action. You saw the interchanging of Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount in midfield. The threat offered by Patrick Dorgu at left wingback was also on display, as he set up the opener for Rasmus Hojlund and then scored a second off a perfectly-timed run behind the defense.
Sunday’s match will introduce two new elements. Matheus Cunha will return after missing the match with fatigue, and Bryan Mbeumo will make his debut at some point whether starting or off the bench.
With how Everton have looked thus far in the preseason, that presents real problems for the Toffees. They lost 3-0 to that same Bournemouth side to open this competition, and then lost 2-1 to West Ham on the back of a pair of laughable mistakes at the back.
Everton struggled to create anything in the midfield, and it’s hard to see where their playmaking ability will come from. In addition, they’re missing Jarrad Branthwaite in defense, while James Tarkowski is still working back to match fitness.
There are multiple Man United players, Hojlund included, who are desperate to make a good impression as the preseason tour comes to a close. The Toffees will struggle with a side that are wanting to continue their progress and with serious weapons coming off the bench, as Man United wins by multiple goals and we hit a high-priced play.
Manchester United vs Everton same-game parlay (SGP)
Man United to win by 2+ goals
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Rasmus Hojlund to score
Hojlund told the media on Wednesday that he had no desire to leave Manchester United, despite reports they’re pursuing Benjamin Sesko as their new striker. He proved he wants to stay and fight by scoring two goals against Bournemouth, the second deflecting off his shin.
You could see his confidence growing throughout the match, and another solid performance here could give Amorim a decision to make about his striker selection for the season. Back the Dane to get another goal here.
The Red Devils jumped out to a 2-0 lead before the half, after leading West Ham 1-0 at halftime in their opener. You’re likely to see Amorim select a lineup close to his preferred starting XI to get more experience with the system, and that will lead to them once again leading at the intermission.
Manchester United vs Everton odds
- Moneyline: Manchester United -154 | Everton +375
- Draw: +270
- Over/Under: Over 2.5 (-143) | Under 2.5 (+110)
How to watch Manchester United vs Everton
| Location | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA |
| Date | Sunday, 8-3-2025 |
| Time | 5:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | Peacock |
Manchester United vs Everton key injuries
Manchester United: Harry Maguire D (Probable), Andre Onana GK (Out), Lisandro Martinez D (Out), Matheus Cunha M (Probable), Joshua Zirkzee F (Questionable).
Everton: Jarrad Branthwaite D (Out).
Odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
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