Match Info

Competition: Club Friendly

Date: July 29, 2026

Kick-off: 19:30 UK

Venue: bet365 Stadium

Stoke City Preview

Stoke City return to the bet365 Stadium aiming to continue their encouraging pre-season preparations against Premier League opposition. The Potters have shown signs of progress during the summer, with the coaching staff placing emphasis on defensive organisation, quicker transitions and improving attacking cohesion ahead of the Championship campaign. Facing Everton provides another valuable opportunity to measure themselves against top-flight quality while giving several younger players the chance to impress.

Everton Preview

Everton continue their summer schedule as David Moyes looks to build momentum ahead of the new Premier League season. The Toffees have focused on strengthening their defensive structure while gradually integrating new signings into the squad. Experienced players such as Jordan Pickford, James Tarkowski and Iliman Ndiaye are expected to provide leadership, while the coaching staff will also use the match to assess fringe players and academy prospects. Although fitness remains the priority, Everton will be eager to establish control through disciplined possession and clinical finishing.

Probable Lineups

Stoke City (4-2-3-1)

Johansson; Hoever, Rose, Wilmot, Bocat; Burger, Pearson; Manhoef, Baker, Koumas; Gallagher

Everton (4-2-3-1)

Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; McNeil, Alcaraz, Ndiaye; Beto

We Say

Pre-season friendlies are primarily about building fitness and tactical rhythm, but Everton's greater squad depth and Premier League experience should eventually prove decisive. Stoke City are likely to remain competitive for long spells, though the visitors have enough quality to edge the contest.

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