Manchester City vs Everton Predictions

Despite their recent run of form, City will be a tough team to beat for the travelling team. They have many issues in the club, as they are low on confidence and cannot perform well. You can play double-chance for Man City.

Match info: Premier League

Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester

Date: Thursday, 26^th December 2024

Time: 1:30 pm Nigerian time

The English Premier League is back in action, as Everton lock horns with Pep Guardiola’s wobbling Manchester City in an important encounter at the Etihad Stadium.

Everton are 15^th on the Premier League table and have not been at their best so far this season, but a draw against in-form Chelsea last time out could be the boost the Toffees need.

Manchester City, on the other hand, are in seventh place in the league standings and have been shockingly poor this campaign. The Cityzens lost to Aston Villa – who have been poor – last time but will need to work extra hard to bounce back.

Head-to-head:

• Manchester City have won 26 of the 54 Premier League meetings between the two teams.
• Everton have recorded 18 victories.
• The remaining 10 clashes ended in draws.
• Manchester City have won their last 3 encounters.
• Everton drew 1 of their last 2 visits to the Etihad.
• Man City have kept 3 clean sheets in their last 5 meetings.
• The average number of goals in meetings between Manchester City and Everton is 2.4.
• 9 of their last 10 encounters produced at least 2 goals.

Form:

• Man City in the league: L-W-D-L-L
• Man City in all competitions: W-D-L-L-L
• Everton in the League: D-L-W-D-D
• Everton in all competitions: D-L-W-D-D

Team News:

• City defender Ruben Dias has been ruled out for three to four weeks with a muscular problem and goalkeeper Ederson is also doubtful after missing the loss at Aston Villa. Stones is also ruled out for the match.
• For Everton, Dwight McNeil is doubtful, James Gerner and Tim Iroegbunam are still out due to injury. Ashley Young picked up his fifth yellow card of the campaign and will now miss the trip to Etihad.

Player(s) to watch:

• Phil Foden’s versatility is one of his standout attributes, making him an invaluable asset for both Manchester City and England’s national team. Capable of playing in various positions, Foden excels as a winger, attacking midfielder and false nine. His adaptability allows him to seamlessly fit into different tactical setups. His football intelligence allows him to find and exploit open spaces, create goals, and assist for the team. Foden’s accurate passing allows him to find his teammates with through balls. He will produce top-quality passes, beating the defense and creating opportunities for his teammates.
• Jack Harrison is probably one of the best defensive wingers in the league, constantly providing immense work-rate, ball-winning, and pressure from the wing. He isn’t a typical flair-filled winger who stays in the attacking third for goals and chance creation. He dominates the flank, whether in possession or out of possession. He is also a decent dribbler who can take on players and is physically strong to shrug off challenges. He has yet to score a goal this season and will look to open his account against City away from home.