Everton v Manchester City: David Moyes makes huge error
David Moyes has named his Everton playing eleven to take on Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday.
The Blues will be playing host to the Citizens at Goodison Park, hoping to get a result in front of their home fans.
This will be the last time Pep Guardiola’s side visit Goodison and Moyes will not want them to go away with three points.
Moyes makes error picking Armando Broja in his side
Moyes opted to go with Armando Broja in the starting eleven, ahead of Beto, which is a baffling call.
The Toffees are not likely to sign the Albanian and it’s evident who the better goal scorer is among the two strikers.
The match is poised to be a tightly contested affair, with Everton’s resolute defending under Moyes facing a City side regaining confidence after a 5-2 comeback against Crystal Palace.
Thus, every selection mistake made by the Scotsman could prove to be costly in this game.
Everton’s recent form, with only two losses since Moyes’ return and points taken off Liverpool and Arsenal, suggests they’ll employ a compact, low-block strategy to frustrate City’s depleted squad, missing key players like Erling Haaland, Rodri and Ederson.
Jarrad Branthwaite and James Tarkowski are key for Everton
City’s attacking fluidity, led by a resurgent Kevin De Bruyne and supported by Omar Marmoush’s pace, will test Everton’s backline, particularly through quick transitions and intricate link-up play.
However, Everton’s physicality, with James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite anchoring the defence, could neutralise City’s threat if they maintain discipline and exploit set-pieces or long throws.
To secure a result, Everton must capitalise on counter-attacks, utilising Iliman Ndiaye’s dynamism and Broja’s hold-up play, while ensuring midfielders Idrissa Gueye and James Garner disrupt City’s rhythm.
| Stat (Premier League 24/25) | Iliman Ndiaye |
| Goals | 7 |
| Chances created | 16 |
| Successful dribbles | 59 |
| Duels won | 153 |
Avoiding early concessions is crucial, as City’s depth, even with injuries, can punish lapses.
Dwight McNeil’s potential cameo could provide a late spark, as seen in his assist against Forest.
A draw feels probable, but Everton’s home grit and Moyes’ pragmatic tactics could secure a good result if they stay organised and clinical.