Everton has a golden chance to fight for European competition on the final matchday as they clash with champions Manchester City. The match schedules for Sunday at Etihad Stadium with kickoff at 6 pm.
The Toffees are currently positioned eight on the table and are only three points off the top six. On the other hand, Man City will have more than one eye on next week’s Champions League final.
Consistency remains a significant issue for Carlo Ancelotti pretty much of the 2020-21 campaign. However, last weekend’s win over Wolverhampton through a Richarlison goal ensures the Toffees have a go at Europa League.
Moreover, they trail sixth-placed West Ham by three points but pack a significantly worse goal difference. A loss this weekend puts the Toffees in contention for a Europa League Conference Cup.
The spot comes in high contention, given Arsenal is closing in with a home match against Brighton while Tottenham taking on Leicester City. It is a hard task for Ancelotti, who is without back-to-back wins since March.
On the other hand, Manchester City comes off an entertaining 3-2 loss to Brighton. City does not exactly have much to play for on final matchday. Pep already wrapped up the third title in four seasons. However, judging by recent fixtures, it looks like the Citizens have taken their foot off the pedal.
Manchester City vs Everton Head to Head
Both sides have 31 games against each other, with Manchester City taking fifteen wins while Everton with eleven wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Brighton 3-2 Man City
- Newcastle 3-4 Man City
- Man City 1-2 Chelsea
- Man City 2-0 PSG
- Crystal Palace 0-2 Man City
Away
- Everton 1-0 Wolves
- Everton 0-1 Sheffield United
- Aston Villa 0-0 Everton
- West Ham 0-1 Everton
- Everton 1-2 Aston Villa
Manchester City Team News
Sergio Aguero will get a shot for his final appearance at Etihad Stadium after a rumored move to Barcelona in the summer. However, Ilkay Gundogan hobbled off the pitch against Brighton and might not get risked. Kevin De Bruyne is another fitness concern that is closely monitored.
Everton Team News
The only injury concern for the camp is Jena-Phillipe Gbamin. Yerry Mina is back to full fitness and will retain his spot alongside Michael Keane. Richarlison expects to maintain his position in attack alongside Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Prediction and Odds
Man City uses this match as a curtain-raiser for the Champions League finals while Everton qualifies for Europa.
- Manchester City Win
- Goals Under 3.5
- Aguero to Score
