Overview
- Kick-off is 14:30 GMT at Kingsmeadow, with UK coverage on BBC Red Button and BBC iPlayer and streaming listed on ESPN+ in the United States.
- Chelsea remain unbeaten in the WSL and Champions League, but recent back-to-back 1–1 league draws have left them second in the table.
- Head coach Sonia Bompastor will be without Erin Cuthbert due to a concussion sustained on international duty, while Wieke Kaptein is a doubt.
- Everton report improved availability with Aurora Galli back in the squad, Toni Payne rated touch-and-go, and Megan Finnigan plus Elise Stenevik still out.
- Everton opened with a 4–1 derby win over Liverpool but have collected only two points from eight league games since, with Brian Sørensen stressing defensive improvement and tactical flexibility.