With a game in hand and only four points separating the sides, a win for Everton would put them in a strong position to steal 4th position right from under Arsenal’s nose.
Back in December the match resulted in a point for each ending 1-1, but on the day Everton were confident and ambitious while Arsenal continued their usual post December decline.
Two goals from Everton and an unfortunate own goal from ex-Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta reduced the gap to a single point between the two and come May, Everton could finally achieve their top four dream.