Everton's predicted starting XI for Goodison matchup with Ipswich | OneFootball

Everton welcome Ipswich Town to Goodison Park on Saturday afternoon, and with only two matches to play at the Old Lady, the Toffees will want to ensure they take all three points from the relegated side.

As you might imagine from their position in the table, Ipswich have shipped the third most goals in the Premier League this season with 74, and own a -41 goal difference. Their relegation to the Championship for next season has already been confirmed.

For Everton, they'll look to do the double over the Tractor Boys and begin what will hopefully be solid run of form over their final four matches, which includes trips to Fulham and Newcastle sandwiching the last-ever Everton match at Goodison Park on May 18 against Southampton.

Neither side comes into the match in the greatest form, with each club sporting a single win in their last five matches alongside and draw and three losses, but the order matters here a great deal as Ipswich's win came on April 2 away to Bournemouth, whereas Everton last grabbed three points on April 12 away to Forest.

With all that considered, let's take a look at who could get the starting nod from manager David Moyes for Everton.

Predicted Everton lineup vs Ipswich (4-2-3-1)

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Goalkeeper & Defenders

Jordan Pickford (GK): So long as Pickford is here and healthy, expect him to be stationed between the post, especially given the massive nature of the day.

Vitalii Mykolenko (LB): There really isn't any competition for the Ukrainian's spot, but he's also played well in recent weeks, even if he isn't the best fit for Moyes' system.

Jarrad Branthwaite (CB): What has been said for Pickford also applies to Branthwaite. The England international has been massive throughout the season.

Jake O'Brien (CB): Slid back into his natural position seamlessly last week, and with James Tarkowski done for the season, expect the Irishman to be right back next to JB.

Nathan Patterson (RB): I was surprised to see him fill the spot last weekend away to Chelsea, and with Everton likely expecting more of the ball on Saturday, it feels like the ideal way to see more of what the Scottish international can do.

Midfielders

Idrissa Gana Gueye (CDM): What more can you say about Gana this year? Here's hoping he'll sign a new deal so he can continue to boss the middle of the park at Bramley-Moore next year.

Abdoulaye Doucoure (CM): I made the case last week that the Mali international's best spot is next to Gana wrecking havoc, and with a hopefully more offensive-driven game plan, it makes all the more sense this weekend.

Charly Alcaraz (CAM): I will continue to suggest that Alcaraz should start so that Everton can stop messing around and do what they can to keep him around. Again, his progressive ball skills would be useful with Everton more on the front foot.

Forwards

Iliman Ndiaye (LW): Like Pickford, Branthwaite, and Gana, he's a locked-on starter for this team. He was a nuisance in the reverse fixture back in October and scored the opener.