Manchester City return to the Etihad, looking to reassert their Premier League dominance as they host Everton on Saturday.
City have a formidable record in this fixture, having lost just once in their last 18 meetings with the Toffees. With both teams sitting in the top half but separated by only two points, this clash promises intensity and tactical intrigue. Kick-off is set for 3:00 PM, in a match where City’s attacking efficiency faces Everton’s combative, physical approach.
Best Bets & Predictions
Based on City’s clinical attack, Everton’s discipline woes, and historical head-to-head dominance, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in City to win at home, given both their superior form and a head-to-head record that’s nearly one-way traffic.
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester City to Win and both teams to score | 11/5 @ SBK (31.3%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Man City have won 14 of the last 18 matches against Everton, bringing a superior record into this fixture. City have also gone four games unbeaten, winning three of those as they start to pick up form. Everton have been in good form themselves though and sit just two points behind Man City after seven games. They’ve scored in excess of a goal a game and we’re backing them to get on the scoresheet in a losing effort. |
| Erling Haaland to score 2+ | 3/1 @ SBK (25.0%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Erling Haaland has started the season in fantastic form, scoring 21 goals in 12 games in all competitions. He’s scored two or more goals in three games in the Premier League so far this season, only drawing a blank in one game (against Tottenham). The striker will be looking to add to his record against the Toffees, where he’s scored four goals in four games. |
Odds correct at the time of writing.
Man City vs Everton match odds
How both teams head into Man City vs Everton
Man City are in great form, going seven games without a loss, something that should be terrifying for their Premier League rivals in what looks to be an exciting title race this season. That run includes victories over Man Utd, Napoli and Brentford and has seen Man City rise to fifth in the league. Goals certainly haven’t been a problem for Pep Guardiola’s side and they are averaging over two goals a game in the league this season.
It’s been a good start to the Premier League season for Everton, who currently sit in eighth position with 11 points. Many predicted that the Toffees would struggle this season but they’ve performed well above expectations, with victories over Brighton, Wolves and Crystal Palace helping them to their healthy position. They’ve scored nine goals in seven games this season, and conceded 7, an average of a goal a game.
Season Form & Standings
Manchester City are fifth after seven games, with Everton two points behind in eighth. Both sides have started solidly, but City boast the superior attack and goal difference.
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | 5 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 13 |
| Everton | 8 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 11 |
Man City team news
Rodri will miss out with a hamstring injury but he could be fit enough to make his comeback next weekend. There is better news for Rayan Ait-Nouri, Omar Marmoush and Abdukodir Khusanov, all of whom could play a part after recovering from injury.
Everton team news
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall will be available again after serving his suspension but Jack Grealish won’t be able to feature with Man City being his parent club. There’s no return date set for Michael Keane but Jarrad Branthwaite and Merlin Rohl could return to the squad following injury.
Head-to-Head
Manchester City have dominated this fixture, winning 14 of the last 18 meetings. Everton’s last win dates back several seasons, and City completed a league double last campaign.
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 19/04/25 | Everton 0-2 Manchester City | Premier League |
| 26/12/24 | Manchester City 1-1 Everton | Premier League |
| 10/02/24 | Manchester City 2-0 Everton | Premier League |
| 27/12/23 | Everton 1-3 Manchester City | Premier League |
| 14/05/23 | Everton 0-3 Manchester City | Premier League |
Conclusion
Can Manchester City extend their remarkable dominance over Everton, or will the Toffees’ physicality and creativity finally yield a surprise? The numbers point firmly towards another City win but we’re backing both teams to score also at 11/5 with SBK. With Everton’s card count and City’s attacking efficiency, goals and action feel likely at both ends.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.