Manchester City vs Everton: Preview and Prediction

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Published on 2024-02-09 12:27:26

Manchester City will have the opportunity to temporarily move to the top spot in the Premier League when they play host to Everton at the Etihad Stadium this Saturday.

The 2023/24 Premier League season enters Gameweek 24, with Manchester City, the defending champions, kicking off the round of fixtures against Everton at their home ground. Manchester City’s hopes of completing the quadruple have been dashed, but they have managed to add the FIFA Club World Cup and the UEFA Super Cup to their trophy cabinet, maintaining their presence in all competitions they won last season. Pep Guardiola’s men are currently on a nine-game winning streak, closing the gap to table-topping Liverpool to just two points, with their most recent defeat dating back to December.

In contrast, Everton had a strong run with a four-game winning streak but are now on a three-game unbeaten streak in the Premier League, having lost only once in their last six competitions. However, their last top-flight victory was in the middle of December.

Their most recent encounter saw Manchester City come from behind to secure a 3-1 win over Everton, with Bernardo Silva sealing the victory. Here’s a closer look at the upcoming match between the two sides.

With no new injury concerns, Manchester City is expected to have a full-strength squad at their disposal. Erling Haaland, who is fully fit, will lead the attack, supported by Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez. The midfield and attacking setups will be fluid, with Bernardo Silva and Kevin De Bruyne playing pivotal roles. The defensive quartet will consist of Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, and Josko Gvardiol, with Ederson Moraes in goal.

On the other hand, Everton will be without four first-team players due to injury. Amadou Onana and Ben Godfrey could feature, with Jordan Pickford in goal and Dominic Calvert-Lewin leading the line.

Manchester City’s unbeaten streak against Everton and their strong home record make them the favorites. The presence of Erling Haaland in the squad adds more firepower to their attack. In contrast, Everton’s recent struggles make it unlikely for them to come away with a win.

In conclusion, it is predicted that Manchester City will emerge victorious with a 3-1 win over Everton.

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