Manchester City vs Everton Preview

The Etihad Stadium stands ready to host a compelling Premier League encounter as Manchester City welcome Everton on Saturday afternoon, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 GMT. This fixture presents a fascinating contrast in fortunes, as the previous champions look to consolidate their position near the top of the table while the Toffees arrive seeking to build momentum from recent positive results. City have harvested eleven points from their last five outings across all competitions, showcasing their trademark consistency and quality, while Everton have accumulated five points from their previous five Premier League matches, suggesting they possess the resilience to trouble even the most formidable opponents. This clash promises to test both sides’ credentials as the season continues to unfold.

The Sky Blues’ recent form demonstrates their relentless pursuit of excellence across multiple competitions. Their most recent outing delivered a narrow 0-1 victory at Brentford on October 5th, securing three vital points on the road. That triumph came after a 2-2 draw with AS Monaco in the Champions League on October 1st, a result that highlighted their competitive edge in European action. On September 27th, they demolished Burnley 5-1 at the Etihad, displaying their devastating attacking prowess. A 0-2 triumph over Huddersfield Town in the Carabao Cup on September 24th proved their depth across competitions, while a 1-1 draw with Arsenal on September 21st showcased their ability to grind out results against top-six rivals. With three wins and two draws from five matches, City’s momentum remains formidable as they prepare to face visitors desperate for points.

Everton’s journey through their last five fixtures reveals a side fighting tooth and nail for every point. Their most recent match saw them claim a crucial 2-1 home victory over Crystal Palace on October 5th, a result that offered genuine encouragement for their survival ambitions. Prior to that, they secured a hard-earned 1-1 draw at West Ham United on September 29th, demonstrating their capacity to earn points away from Goodison Park. However, a 2-0 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup on September 23rd exposed their vulnerabilities against determined opposition. A narrow 2-1 loss at Liverpool on September 20th in the Merseyside Derby was followed by a goalless draw with Aston Villa on September 13th, results that paint a picture of a side capable of resilience but struggling to find consistent victories. With one win, two draws, and two defeats from five matches, the Toffees arrive at the Etihad knowing they face their sternest test yet.

The historical dynamic between these clubs reveals City’s overwhelming dominance in recent years. The last five meetings have produced four City victories and just one draw, with Everton failing to claim a single win. Most recently, City claimed a comfortable 0-2 away victory at Goodison Park in April 2025, extending their stranglehold over the fixture. Previous encounters include a 1-1 draw in December 2024, a 2-0 City home win in February 2024, and commanding victories of 1-3 away in December 2023 and 0-3 away in May 2023. This dismal record against the champions will weigh heavily on Everton’s minds, though football’s unpredictability means anything remains possible on the day.

Football supporters worldwide can witness this Premier League showdown through numerous broadcasting platforms. In the United States, viewers can access the match via Peacock, Amazon Prime Video, and SiriusXM FC, providing comprehensive coverage for American audiences. Spanish fans can tune in through DAZN Spain, Movistar+, Amazon Prime Video, and DAZN1 Spain, ensuring multiple viewing options for Spanish supporters. Portuguese audiences can watch via DAZN Portugal and DAZN Eleven 1 Portugal, while South African viewers benefit from DStv App, SuperSport OTT 4, SuperSport Premier League, and SuperSport MaXimo 2. The 15:00 GMT kick-off time offers perfect Saturday afternoon viewing for British audiences, with City seeking to maintain their dominance over opponents who desperately need to defy history.

💙 Manchester City Form

Result	Home Team	Score	Away Team	Competition	Date
✔	Brentford	0-1	Manchester City	English Premier League	Oct 5, 2025
🤝	AS Monaco	2-2	Manchester City	Champions League	Oct 1, 2025
✔	Manchester City	5-1	Burnley	English Premier League	Sep 27, 2025
✔	Huddersfield Town	0-2	Manchester City	English Carabao Cup	Sep 24, 2025
🤝	Arsenal	1-1	Manchester City	English Premier League	Sep 21, 2025

🔵 Everton Form

Result	Home Team	Score	Away Team	Competition	Date
✔	Everton	2-1	Crystal Palace	English Premier League	Oct 5, 2025
🤝	Everton	1-1	West Ham United	English Premier League	Sep 29, 2025
✖	Wolverhampton Wanderers	2-0	Everton	English Carabao Cup	Sep 23, 2025
✖	Liverpool	2-1	Everton	English Premier League	Sep 20, 2025
🤝	Everton	0-0	Aston Villa	English Premier League	Sep 13, 2025

📊 Head-to-Head Record

Home Team	Score	Away Team	Competition	Date
Everton	0-2	Manchester City	English Premier League	Apr 19, 2025
Manchester City	1-1	Everton	English Premier League	Dec 26, 2024
Manchester City	2-0	Everton	English Premier League	Feb 10, 2024
Everton	1-3	Manchester City	English Premier League	Dec 27, 2023
Everton	0-3	Manchester City	English Premier League	May 14, 2023

📺 TV Listings / Streaming

Country	Broadcaster
🇺🇸 USA	Peacock, Amazon Prime Video, SiriusXM FC
🇪🇸 Spain	DAZN Spain, Movistar+, Amazon Prime Video, DAZN1 Spain
🇵🇹 Portugal	DAZN Portugal, DAZN Eleven 1 Portugal
🇿🇦 South Africa	DStv App, SuperSport OTT 4, SuperSport Premier League, SuperSport MaXimo 2
🇳🇴 Norway	Viaplay Norway, TV3+ Norway, V Sport Premier League
🇸🇪 Sweden	Viaplay Sweden, V Sport Premium
🇳🇱 Netherlands	Viaplay Netherlands
🇵🇱 Poland	Canal+, Canal+ Extra 1
🇹🇭 Thailand	AIS PLAY, MONOMAX
🇸🇬 Singapore	StarHub TV+, 221 Hub Premier 1