Kovacic sealed the match

Manchester City takes the lead in the final stretch

Confirmed lineups

This Saturday, Everton hosts Manchester City in a key Premier League battle with major implications at both ends of the table. The match kicks off at 10:00 a.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. CT / 8:00 a.m. MT / 7:00 a.m. PT.

City aiming to stay in the title race

Manchester City, under Pep Guardiola, currently sits fifth in the table with 55 points and is determined to secure a spot in next season’s Champions League. Despite being without key players such as Erling Haaland, Rodri, John Stones, Nathan Aké, and Ederson, the Citizens have maintained strong form and know there’s no room for error.

With pressure mounting, players like Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden, and Julián Álvarez will need to step up and guide one of Europe’s most talented squads through a crucial phase of the season.

Everton looking to strike at home

On the other side, Everton comes into this fixture on the rise, having pulled away from the relegation zone. Sitting on 38 points, Sean Dyche’s team has lost only twice in their last 13 matches and will aim to make home advantage count again at Goodison Park.

Missing Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jesper Lindstrom, and Orel Mangala, the Toffees will rely on their compact defensive shape and physicality to frustrate a City side known for dominating possession.

A tense battle with contrasting goals

The last meeting between the two sides ended in a 1–1 draw, and with both teams chasing critical points for very different reasons, Saturday’s clash promises intensity and drama. Everton looks to guarantee safety, while Manchester City can’t afford any slip-ups in their chase for European qualification—or more.

Simon Hooper will officiate the match, which kicks off on Saturday, April 20. With the season’s end drawing near, this fixture could prove pivotal.