Article: Manchester City vs Everton
Written by: Reagan Oluoch
Date Published: 26-12-2024
Manchester City vs Everton EPL Week 18 Betting Prediction, Odds, and Stats
Manchester City hope to overturn their ailing fortunes on Boxing Day when Sean Dyche’s Everton visits the Etihad this Thursday. The Manchester City vs Everton EPL encounter finds Pep Guardiola in dire need of a victory after a stretch of 12 games with only one win.
Our analysis breaks down the key tactical battles, statistical trends, and betting markets to help you make informed wagering decisions for this ManCity vs Everton EPL matchup.
Key Takeaways
- Manchester City welcomes Sean Dyche’s Everton at the Etihad Stadium Boxing Day, 26th of December 2024.
- Manchester City have picked up only one win in their last 12 outings across all competitions, against Nottingham Forest,.
- Erling Haaland is goalless in his last three home games in the league but has never failed to score in four straight home games.
- Sean Dyche has lost 11 Premier League outings against Manchester City.
- We predict Manchester City to bounce back with a home win and a clean sheet.
League | Match | Date | Stadium |
Premier League | Manchester City vs Everton | 26th of November, 12:30 UTC | Etihad |
Manchester City vs Everton EPL News
Manchester City are under a torrid run of form, succumbing to a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa last in their last run. City’s attacking prowess has diminished, scoring only 10 goals in their last nine Premier League games. Their defensive vulnerabilities have also been exposed, with the team conceding an average of 1.47 goals per game.
Everton head to the Etihad Stadium following two notable scoreless draws against Premier League championship contenders Arsenal and Chelsea. These results helped Everton extend their undefeated run to three matches, propelling them to 15th position in the standings. They established a four-point buffer from the relegation zone while holding a game in hand.
Manchester City vs Everton EPL Week 18: Current Form
Manchester enters the match after a disappointing 2-1 loss to Aston Villa. On the other hand, Everton kept Chelsea at bay with a 0-0 draw.
Manchester City News: Current Form
- Pep Guardiola’s side are now seventh in the table,12 points behind the table-topping Liverpool.
- City has lost three consecutive matches in all competitions for the second time this season, which has never happened under Guardiola.
- City have already lost nine games in all competitions this season; only in 2019-20 (12) and 2016-17 (10) have Pep Guardiolas’ side lost more matches.
Everton News: Current Form
- Sean Dyche’s side held both Arsenal and Chelsea to 0-0 stalemates, with four of their last six league matches ending in a goalless draw.
- After 16 games, Everton are 15th in the Premier League, four points clear of the relegation zone.
- Everton have only won once away from home in the Premier League, a 2-0 win against Ipswich Town.
Manchester City vs Everton EPL – Head-to-Head Stats
Manchester City have dominated their meetings with Everton in recent years, winning 13 of their last 16 Premier League encounters. The Toffees’ last league victory against City came in January 2017, when they won 4-0 at Goodison Park.
Manchester City vs Everton EPL Predicted Lineups
Sports news from Etihad reveals that the absence of key defenders could impact Manchester City’s defensive stability, while Ederson’s potential unavailability might see Stefan Ortega continue in goal. For Everton, Ashley Young’s suspension through yellow card accumulation forces a defensive reshuffle.
Manchester City Lineup:
Ortega (GK), Walker, Akanji, Gvardiol, Lewis, Gundogan, Kovacic, Grealish, Silva, Foden, Haaland
Everton Lineup:
Pickford (GK), Coleman, Tarkowski, Mykolenko, Branthwaite, Gueye, Doucoure, Mangala, Calvert-Lewin, Harrison, Ndiaye.
Manchester City vs Everton EPL Betting Prediction
The moneyline markets show Manchester City as a strong favorite with odds of 1.33, while Everton sits at 8.77. However, City’s recent form—just one win in their last twelve games —suggests potential value in alternative markets.
The Asian Handicap betting offers Everton +1.5 at 1.864, which appears valuable considering their defensive improvements and City’s recent scoring struggles.The BTTS (Both Teams to Score) market leans heavily towards a “No” at 1.907. Given Everton’s struggles in attack and City’s formidable defense, it’s hard to envision the Toffees finding the net.
Summary Manchester City vs Everton
Manchester City’s recent form slump and Everton’s defensive resilience create an intriguing betting landscape for this Premier League fixture. Statistical evidence points toward a tighter contest than the odds suggest, with Everton’s set-piece prowess and defensive organization presenting genuine challenges to City’s attacking unit.
Where to Bet on Manchester City vs Everton EPL
BetYep.com is an independent review and sports news website that compares the best betting sites to help punters find great bookmakers and offers. We are not a sportsbook and do not take any wagers. The unique sports and odds information we produce on the site is for entertainment purposes only. Using any of the information found at BetYep.com to violate any law or statute is prohibited.