Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Everton
The final score was Everton 1-0 Sheffield United. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Abdoulaye Doucouré put the first mark on the match 31', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Everton led Shots on target 6-1. Sheffield United also shaded Corners 3-6.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Everton the favourite at 69.9% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Everton
69.9%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
EvertonEverton
Sheffield United
6
1
Corners
Sheffield UnitedEverton
Sheffield United
3
6
Possession
EvertonEverton
Sheffield United
58%
42%