Postmatch editorial
Everton made the pre-match prices look right
The final score was Preston North End 0-4 Everton. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Thierno Barry put the first mark on the match 25', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Everton led Shots on target 1-10. Everton also shaded Total shots 5-29.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Everton the favourite at 75.8% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Everton
75.8%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
EvertonPreston North End
Everton
1
10
Total shots
EvertonPreston North End
Everton
5
29
Possession
EvertonPreston North End
Everton
32%
68%