FA Cup 2024-2025: Everton-Peterborough United, the likely lineups

Everton-Peterborough United, the probable formations

The magic of the FA Cup returns to light up Goodison Park, where on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 8:45 p.m., Everton will face Peterborough in a match valid for the 32nd final. For the Toffees, this match represents a’chance to put aside the difficulties of a complicated period and regain serenity; while the Posh are chasing the dream of the "giant killing", the’elimination of a Premier League team by a lower-ranked opponent.

Everton’s season continues to be an emotional rollercoaster, with the weight of the last two consecutive Premier League defeats and a five-day absence of wins. Sean Dyche is counting on the solidity of the group and the reliability of Dominic Calvert-Lewin to guide the team to a success that could be a turning point in this difficult year.

Peterborough, currently playing in League One (equivalent of the Italian Serie C), arrives at Goodison Park with nothing to lose and with the goal of surprising. Darren Ferguson’s team is not going through a brilliant moment in the league, but the FA Cup represents a perfect stage to revive itself. The tradition of the competition teaches us that "giant killings" are possible, especially in the opening rounds, and the Posh are hoping to write a new chapter of glory.

Likely lineups

Everton (4-3-3): Begovic; A. Young, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Mangala, Gueye, Doucoure; Lindstrom, Calvert-Lewin, Ndiaye.
Peterborough (3-4-1-2): Bilokapic; Wallin, Emmanuel Fernandez, Katongo; Johnston, Kyprianou, Collins, Hayes; Conn-Clarke; Ricky Jones, Ihionvein.