Everton vs Manchester City – Match preview and team news
Manchester City travel to Everton on Bank Holiday Monday, aiming to respond to Arsenal’s weekend victory.The Gunners comfortably defeated Fulham on Saturday to move six points clear at the summit. P...
Everton vs Manchester City – Match preview and team news Manchester City travel to Everton on Bank Holiday Monday, aiming to respond to Arsenal’s weekend victory. The Gunners comfortably defeated Fulham on Saturday to move six points clear at the summit. Pep Guardiola’s side currently hold two games in hand as the title race intensifies.
However, they face an Everton team still firmly in contention for a European place. David Moyes is still searching for his first career win over Guardiola in sixteen attempts. Although a late 2-1 defeat at West Ham United recently dented their progress, Moyes’ men remain within striking distance of the top six.
This fixture serves as the first of four consecutive matches for City against the division’s “middle class,” testing whether their high-intensity style can break down a disciplined midblock. Everton vs Manchester City – Match preview and team news Competition: Premier League Date: Monday, 4 May 2026 Kick-off: 20:00 BST Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium Referee: Michael Oliver VAR: Paul Howard Last Meeting: Man City 2-0 Everton (18 Oct 2025, Premier League) Team news Everton Beto is fit and available after successfully completing his concussion protocols. He missed the defeat to West Ham but has resumed full training this week.
Jarrad Branthwaite remains sidelined with a hamstring injury alongside long-term absentee Jack Grealish. David Moyes confirmed the squad is dealing with a few other minor knocks and niggles. Manchester City Rodri is making progress with a groin injury, but remains a major doubt for Monday.