Everton vs Manchester City: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Everton v Man City in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

Fixture: Everton vs Manchester City
Date: Saturday 19 April 2025
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Venue: Goodison Park

This match promises to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams facing significant challenges due to injuries. Everton will look to capitalise on their home advantage and recent form, while Man City will need to overcome their injury woes to secure a crucial victory in their quest for a top-four finish.

The game is likely to be closely contested, with Everton's solid defence potentially frustrating City's attack. However, City's quality and depth, even with injuries, could see them edge out a narrow victory.

Match Prediction: Everton 1-2 Man City

Everton have shown resilience in their recent outings, managing to secure a crucial victory against Nottingham Forest in their last match. 

Their season has seen them accumulate 38 points, placing them comfortably in 14th position, 18 points clear of the relegation zone. The Toffees have been particularly strong in their away performances, but haven't lost at home in the league since January.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Arsenal (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Wolves (A)
  

Manchester City have been inconsistent in their recent form, with a record of W-D-W-D-L in their last five league matches. Despite this, they remain in contention for a top-four finish, currently sitting in fifth place. 

Their most recent victory was a convincing 5-2 win against Crystal Palace, showcasing their attacking prowess. However, their away form has been a concern, as evidenced by their loss to Nottingham Forest.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 5-2 vs Crystal Palace (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Man United (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Leicester (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Brighton (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
  

Historically, Manchester City have had the upper hand in this fixture, with a total of 26 wins compared to Everton's 18. In recent encounters, City have been particularly dominant, winning three of the last four meetings. 

The most notable result was a 3-1 victory at Goodison Park in December 2023. The head-to-head record suggests that City have a strong chance of securing a positive result, but Everton's home advantage and recent form could make this a closely contested match.

• Man City 1-1 Everton (26 December 2024)
• Man City 2-0 Everton (10 February 2024)
• Everton 1-3 Man City (27 December 2023)
• Everton 0-3 Man City (14 May 2023)
• Man City 1-1 Everton (31 December 2022)
  

• Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Hamstring) - Out
• Jesper Lindstrom (Groin) - Out
• Orel Mangala (Knee) - Out
  

• Rodri (Knee) - Out
• Erling Haaland (Ankle) - Out
• John Stones (Thigh) - Out
• Nathan Ake (Muscle) - Out
• Manuel Akanji (Muscke) - Out
• Phil Foden (Knock) - Doubtful
• Ederson (Groin) - Doubtful
  

Pickford; O'Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; Harrison, Doucoure, Ndiaye; Beto.

Given the injuries, Everton might opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation to maximise their attacking options while maintaining a solid midfield presence.

Ortega; O’Reilly, Dias, Gvardiol, Nunes; Kovacic, Gonzalez; De Bruyne, Gündogan, McAtee; Marmoush

With several key players out, Man City might need to adapt within their usual 4-2-3-1 formation.

• Abdoulaye Doucoure: The midfielder has been pivotal for Everton, scoring crucial goals and providing energy in the middle of the park. His battle with City's midfield will be key.
• Jarrad Branthwaite: The young defender will need to be at his best to contain City's attacking threats.
• Kevin De Bruyne: Despite the injuries, De Bruyne's creativity and leadership will be vital for City. His ability to unlock Everton's defence could be the difference.
• Omar Marmoush: With Haaland out, Marmoush will be tasked with leading the line. His recent form suggests he could be a handful for Everton's defence.
  

Everton have not beaten Manchester City at home in the Premier League since January 2017, a run spanning seven matches.

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