Manchester City vs Everton: Match preview, predictions, possible lineups, time and where to watch

The Premier League match between Manchester City and Everton on February 10, 2024, is set to be an intriguing clash at the Etihad Stadium, kicking off at 13:30 WAT. 

Manchester City, currently second in the league, faces 18th-placed Everton in a game that could have significant implications for both ends of the table.

Manchester City enters this match on the back of a 12-game winning streak across all competitions, and a victory could propel them to the top of the league standings. 

The return of key players Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne has been a significant boost for Pep Guardiola's side, with Phil Foden also in excellent form, having scored a hat-trick in their last match against Brentford​​.

Everton, meanwhile, are battling relegation but have shown resilience in recent matches, securing one win and three draws in their last five games. Their most recent match was a thrilling 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur, highlighted by a last-minute equalizer from Branthwaite​​.

For Manchester City, Kevin De Bruyne is a player to watch. Since returning from injury, De Bruyne has elevated City's play with one goal and three assists in four matches. His creativity and key passes will be crucial for City's attacking prowess​​.

Everton's Jack Harrison, formerly of Leeds United, has found form, scoring two goals in his last three matches. His versatility and ability to perform defensive duties alongside attacking contributions make him a significant threat​​.

Manchester City: WWWWW (in all competitions)

Everton: DDLWD (in all competitions)

Manchester City is expected to field a 4-1-4-1 formation with key players like Ederson, Walker, Dias, Rodri, De Bruyne, and Haaland starting. Everton may opt for a 4-4-1-1 setup, featuring Pickford, Godfrey, Tarkowski, Harrison, and Calvert-Lewin among the starters​​.

Manchester City have dominated recent encounters, unbeaten in their last 13 Premier League matches against Everton. The overall head-to-head record also favors City, with 80 wins out of 196 matches against Everton's 68 victories​​.

Manchester City are favoured to win, with predictions suggesting a possibility of over 2.5 goals and a clean sheet for City. Phil Foden is tipped as a likely scorer. The prediction leans towards a comprehensive Manchester City victory, possibly by a 4-0 margin​​.

The match will be broadcast live in Nigeria on DSTV, Gotv, and Star Times