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Cameron Smith

Mon 4 May 2026 7:10, UK

Everton have got an upset in their sights on Monday, as they welcome Manchester City to Hill Dickinson Stadium.

The Toffees have suffered in recent weeks, with successive defeats against Liverpool and West Ham denting their European ambitions.

It has been a generally positive season for David Moyes’ side, who have been in the race for their first continental finish since 2017.

However, they risk letting the season fizzle out in the coming weeks if they do not pick up points fast.

Standing in their way, though, are title chasers Manchester City, who are desperate to carry on their form and snatch the title from Arsenal.

How to watch Everton vs Manchester City

Since returning from the international break, the Toffees have slipped, with a 2-2 draw against Brentford followed by losses against their arch rivals Liverpool, and West Ham.

On both occasions, the Blues would fight back after going behind, though they would ultimately be condemned to late winners.

Fans not in attendance will be able to catch the action via Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event, with the clash part of the Monday Night Football programme.

Alongside the TV option, those out and about will be able to tune in through the Sky Go app, and Sky Sports website – available to subscribers in the UK.

The Blues secured a big result against Chelsea under the lights and in front of the Sky cameras last month, and will aim to do this once again as they host the title chasers.

Everton will be kicking themselves ahead of Manchester City clash

In terms of Everton’s European ambitions, Monday is win or bust for Everton.

At a crucial time of the season, Moyes’ side have completely lost their form, while their direct rivals have gained theirs at a rate of knots.

Now, a clash against none other than Manchester City is being deemed a must-win if the Blues are to keep hold of any continental hopes.

The simple fact of the matter is that the Toffees have let themselves slip in recent weeks.

Had they not conceded late winners across their last two, and converted the Brentford draw into a win, the lay of the land would look very different heading into a clash against a side chasing the title – and a side that Everton have not beaten since 2017.

European qualification for Everton was far from the expectation this season, but the argument is there to be made that Moyes’ side have let a big opportunity slip through their fingers.

With three to go after the visit of City, the Blues may just be kicking themselves.

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