‘It’s not the same…’ Sean Dyche thinks Everton have got another disadvantage against Man City

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Published on 2024-02-09 12:30:00

Sean Dyche believes that his Everton team is facing an even bigger disadvantage ahead of their match against Manchester City. The club has had a tumultuous season so far, with early positive form being overshadowed by a 10-point deduction due to a breach of profitability and sustainability rules. This has forced them back into the relegation zone, rather than their previous 12th place position.

To make matters worse, Everton will have to go into the game against City without manager Dyche in the dugout, as he received his third booking of the season and will now serve a one-match touchline suspension. Despite this setback, Dyche remains optimistic about working closely with his staff and maintaining a connection with the team from the stands.

Meanwhile, Manchester City has been showing consistency in their performance, having won all seven of their domestic matches since claiming the Club World Cup in December. As a result, they are closing in on Liverpool at the top of the table, trailing by just two points. City’s players have also been bolstered by the return of Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland.

On the other hand, Everton have been drawing matches but haven’t secured a win in their last three league matches. While their spirited draw with Tottenham Hotspur last week showed promise, City is expected to have enough firepower to dominate the game.

Overall, Manchester City seems to have the upper hand going into the match against Everton, given their recent good form and the disadvantage being faced by the opposing team.

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