Everton’s struggle against Manchester City continues as they face a daunting record of 17 consecutive Premier League games without a win against them. The match is scheduled for May 4, 2026, at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Everton has lost their last eight home league games against City, marking their longest run of defeats against any opponent in history.
Manchester City has been dominant in their previous encounters. They are unbeaten in their last 17 Premier League games against Everton, with a record of 14 wins and 3 draws since a 4-0 loss in January 2017. This streak highlights the challenge Everton faces as they prepare for the upcoming match.
Currently, Everton is struggling with form. They have lost each of their last two league games and have not lost three in a row since January last season. In contrast, Manchester City is enjoying an impressive run. They remain unbeaten in their last 11 league matches, collecting 24 points and conceding just eight goals during this stretch.
This match will also be significant for David Moyes. It will be his 16th meeting with Pep Guardiola in the Premier League. To date, Moyes has yet to secure a win against Guardiola during his tenures at Sunderland, West Ham United, and Everton, recording two draws and thirteen losses.
Key statistics:
- Everton’s eight consecutive home league defeats to Manchester City
- Manchester City’s unbeaten streak of seventeen league games against Everton
- Two consecutive league losses for Everton
- Eleven unbeaten league games for Manchester City
- Twenty-four points collected by Manchester City during their unbeaten run
- Only Arsenal has recorded more through balls than Manchester City’s total this season
- Four of Erling Haaland’s twenty-four Premier League goals this season have been assisted by Jérémy Doku
Everton has also conceded late goals recently, allowing a winner in the 90th minute in both of their last two matches against Liverpool and West Ham United. This trend could weigh heavily on their confidence as they face City.
The upcoming clash represents more than just three points; it is a chance for Everton to break free from a disheartening trend. Their performance will be crucial as they aim to reverse their fortunes against one of the league’s top teams.