An in-form Everton side welcome Chelsea to Goodison Park on Sunday afternoon in the Premier League.
The hosts are looking to build on their midweek triumph over Newcastle, while the travellers come into the game looking to bounce back from their defeat at Old Trafford.
Michael Oliver has been confirmed as the referee for Everton vs Chelsea, and he will be assisted by Stuart Burt and Dan Cook. Tony Harrington will be the fourth official, while VAR duties lie with Stuart Attwell and assistant Adrian Holmes.
Everton vs Chelsea Referee And Premier League Match Officials
(Saturday 9th December 2023)
- Referee: Michael Oliver
- Assistants: Stuart Burt and Dan Cook
- Fourth Official: Tony Harrington
- VAR Officials: Stuart Attwell and Adrian Holmes (assistant)
Has Michael Oliver Refereed Everton Or Chelsea This Season?
Michael Oliver has officiated one Chelsea match and one Everton match in the Premier League this season. He refereed Chelsea’s chaotic 4-1 win over Tottenham and Everton’s 3-1 away win at Brentford.
Ahead of the match, the best UK betting sites make Chelsea favourites to win the match at 5/4, with the draw 13/5 and Everton 2/1. You can view our full predictions, betting tips, and preview for the game here.
Michael Oliver Premier League Referee Stats 2023/24
Saturday’s clash will be Oliver’s 11th of the Premier League season. Most recently, he refereed West Ham’s 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace.
Oliver is averaging over four yellow cards per game this season, with the most coming in in the dramatic London derby between Tottenham and Chelsea last month. Oliver handed out nine cards on the night, including red cards to both Christian Romero and Destiny Udogie.
Michael Oliver Premier League Stats Summary 2023/24
- Matches: 10
- Red Cards: 2
- Yellow Cards: 41
- Penalties: 3
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