Mental how bad the record has been against Villa since they came up in 2019.
Played 12 Won 0 D 3 L 9......! Just the league cup success in 2023 when they fielded a second string side.
Huge gulf between the two in last few seasons but you get the feeling with them in PSR mourning it has closed considerably and will be a good battle to see who finishes higher as there won't be too much in it.
They also loved playing at Goodison in recent times so this is where the stadium move helps mentally.
This is a very good time in the season to play Villa. 12 months back went to VP and surprisingly went 2-0 up but I think everyone deep down knew the team wouldn't hold out. Different story this time, would fully expect to win the game with a quick start.
2-1 win. Fancy Barry to get off the mark in the prem at some point in this one.