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Everton vs Man City: Match Preview | Will Toffees disrupt City’s title charge?
TL;DR
Everton faces Manchester City in a crucial match at Hill Dickinson Stadium as they aim to revive their European hopes. The Toffees are struggling after consecutive stoppage-time defeats, threatening their season.
Key points
- Everton aims to revive European hopes against Manchester City
- Match held at Hill Dickinson Stadium
- Everton suffered consecutive stoppage-time defeats
- Defensive issues have plagued Everton's recent performances
- A loss could threaten Everton's season ambitions
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Everton will attempt to revive their flagging European hopes when they take on Manchester City in yet another Monday night game at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Suffering successive defeats courtesy of stoppage-time winners for the first time in the club’s history, just as a charge for Europe was gaining momentum, feels very Everton.
They certainly didn’t deserve anything more than a point at West Ham after a fairly listless display, and their defending for both goals left a lot to be desired. But to lose in added time yet again was a body blow that threatens to unravel their season (oh and can Callum Wilson please retire??).
They are still not out of contention – they are just five points off Bournemouth in fifth and three points off eighth. But if they fail to get anything on Monday, it will likely mean they need at least six points from the final three games to have a chance.
I understand those who feel the squad ‘may not be ready’ for Europe, but I’m of the opinion that the team should take the opportunity when they get it. There’s no guarantee they will be in this position next year, and although the extra games place a strain on the squad, David Moyes has already spoken about how he missed out on several transfer targets last year because of a lack of European football.
Continental competition will also mean fewer Monday night games, which should be enough motivation on its own. This will be Everton’s seventh appearance on Sky Sports Monday Night Football this season, more than any other side, with four of those games at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Q&A
What is the significance of the Everton vs Manchester City match?
The match is crucial for Everton as they seek to revive their European hopes amidst a challenging season.
How have Everton performed recently before facing Manchester City?
Everton has suffered consecutive defeats, including stoppage-time losses, which have jeopardized their momentum for a European qualification.
Where is the Everton vs Manchester City match being held?
The match will take place at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
What are the implications for Everton if they lose to Manchester City?
A loss could further unravel Everton's season and diminish their chances of qualifying for European competitions.
