Everton vs Manchester City Prediction & Expected lineups - Premier League

Manchester City promises to be a compelling encounter, given the contrasting trajectories of both teams. Everton, currently positioned 13th in the league, has demonstrated resilience with an unbeaten streak in their last six home matches . This recent form is underscored by a surprising victory over Nottingham Forest, although their historical performance against Manchester City remains bleak, having not secured a win in their last 15 meetings . The psychological burden of this record may weigh heavily on the Toffees as they prepare to face such formidable opponents.

Everton won their last game 1-0. This was a road win against Nottingham Forest at City Ground. The Toffees had five shots on target and boasted 58% possession, with Abdoulaye Doucoure bagging a late winning goal.

Manchester City won their previous game which was at home. It was a 5-2 victory against Crystal Palace at Etihad Stadium. The North-West team racked up nine shots on goal and enjoyed 68% possession, while Kevin De Bruyne found the net along with four other players.

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Manchester City are engaged in a tough battle for a top-five finish and come here having garnered 55 points. We have the preview and at least two predictions for this match below.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Everton predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Jordan Pickford (GK), Jake O'Brien, James Tarkowski, Jarrad Branthwaite, Vitaliy Mykolenko, Idrissa Gana Gueye, James Garner, Jack Harrison, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Iliman Ndiaye, Armando Broja.

Manchester City predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Stefan Ortega (GK), Matheus Nunes, Ruben Dias, Abdukodir Khusanov, Josko Gvardiol, Bernardo Silva, Nico Gonzalez, Savinho, Kevin De Bruyne, Jeremy Doku, Omar Marmoush.

Moyes's return has instilled a fighting spirit in Everton, highlighted by their deserved win against Forest. With strong home support, they will be a tough opponent on Saturday.

Guardiola's City, missing Haaland and Foden, face a difficult away fixture. While a loss would damage their top-five hopes, Everton's resilience could make the difference, even if City's superior quality remains a threat.

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