Everton vs Man City Prediction, Same Game Parlay, Latest Premier League Odds for Monday, May 4th

Everton vs Man City: Lineups, Team News and Prediction

The stage is set for a compelling Premier League clash as Everton, currently sitting in 11th position, prepare to host title-chasing Manchester City, who occupy 2nd place in the league table. This crucial encounter is scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM BST. The home side will be looking to disrupt City's pursuit of the top spot, while the visitors aim to close the gap on league leaders Arsenal.

Everton vs Man City Form

The Toffees enter this fixture following a 2-1 defeat to West Ham in their most recent outing, a result that saw them drop further down the table. Their form over the last six Premier League matches has been inconsistent, registering two wins, one draw, and three losses. Notably, there have been over 2.5 goals scored in Everton's last four Premier League games, suggesting a tendency for open matches, though they have also conceded at least two goals in their last three league outings.

Everton vs Man City Head to Head

The most recent meeting between these two sides took place in October 2025, where Manchester City secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Everton at their home ground.

Looking at the last six encounters, Manchester City have dominated this fixture. They have won five of these matches, with one ending in a draw, and Everton managing just one victory. This historical dominance is further underscored by the fact that City have won 15 of their last 17 matches against the Toffees in all competitions. Furthermore, Manchester City have demonstrated their attacking prowess when visiting Goodison Park, scoring at least two goals in eight of their last nine away matches against Everton across all competitions.

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Everton vs Man City Probable Lineups

Everton (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Mykolenko, Keane, Tarkowski, O'Brien; Gueye, Garner; Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, McNeil; Beto

Man City (4-2-3-1): Donnarumma; O'Reilly, Guéhi, Khusanov, Nunes; Rodri, Silva; Doku, Cherki, Semenyo; Haaland

Everton vs Man City Team News

Everton face significant challenges with key players sidelined. Jack Grealish and Jarrad Branthwaite have both been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to injury. Beto, who missed the recent defeat to West Ham due to concussion, is expected to return to lead the line for the hosts.

Manchester City's manager is set to recall several first-team regulars who were rested for their FA Cup semi-final victory. However, they have concerns over midfielder Rodri, who was not pictured in training and is considered doubtful for the match. Ruben Dias could make a return from injury, but Josko Gvardiol remains a few weeks away from his comeback.

Everton vs Man City Match Facts

• There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Everton's last 4 games in Premier League.
• Everton have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 4 matches against Man City in all competitions.
• Everton have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches in Premier League.
• Man City have won 15 of their last 17 matches against Everton in all competitions.
• Man City are undefeated in their last 11 matches in Premier League.
• Man City have scored at least 2 goals in 8 of their last 9 away matches against Everton in all competitions.

Prediction: Everton 1-3 Man City

Everton's European aspirations have taken a hit recently, with consecutive defeats seeing them slide into the bottom half of the Premier League table. Their home record against Manchester City is particularly concerning, having lost their last nine home games against the Citizens in all competitions.

Manchester City, on the other hand, appear to be hitting their stride at a crucial point in the season. With a domestic treble still a possibility, they will be highly motivated to secure maximum points as they chase Arsenal at the top of the Premier League. City's character boasts significant strengths in finishing chances, creating opportunities through through balls and individual skill, and effective counter-attacks. They also tend to control games with possession football and short passes. While Everton are strong in aerial duels and ball recovery, their weakness in maintaining possession and defending against through balls plays directly into City's strengths. Given City's prolific scoring record against Everton away from home and their current unbeaten league run, coupled with Everton's recent defensive vulnerabilities, a comfortable away victory seems likely. The visitors' ability to create chances through individual brilliance and through balls will likely expose Everton's defensive frailties.

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Considering Manchester City's dominant head-to-head record against Everton, their formidable attacking statistics (scoring at least two goals in eight of their last nine away matches against Everton), and their current excellent form, backing an away win is a strong proposition. Furthermore, while the historical head-to-head suggests recent games have seen under 2.5 goals, Everton's recent Premier League matches have seen over 2.5 goals, and they have conceded at least two goals in their last three league outings. This, combined with City's offensive firepower and the predicted 1-3 scoreline, points towards a more open game than recent H2H history might suggest. Therefore, combining a Manchester City win with over 2.5 total goals offers a valuable betting angle.

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