Manchester City 2-0 Everton: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral's post-match review of Manchester City 2-0 Everton in the Premier League on Saturday, 18 October 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Manchester City continued their impressive run with a 2-0 victory over Everton at home, maintaining their perfect start to the season. The result was not surprising given City's recent form, having won their last three matches, including a 1-0 win against Brentford and a 5-1 thrashing of Burnley. Erling Haaland was the standout performer, scoring both goals in the second half to secure the win. This victory extends Manchester City's winning streak and solidifies their position at the top of the league.

Everton, on the other hand, struggled to find their footing against a dominant City side. The loss marks a dip in form for Everton, who had previously won against Crystal Palace and drawn with West Ham United. Despite the defeat, Everton showed resilience but were unable to convert their efforts into goals. This result highlights the challenges Everton face when playing against top-tier teams like Manchester City.

The statistics from the match clearly reflect Manchester City's dominance, with 71% ball possession compared to Everton's 29%. City's control of the game was further evidenced by their 11 corners to Everton's 3, showcasing their ability to create scoring opportunities. Everton's two yellow cards indicate a more physical approach, but it did little to disrupt City's rhythm. The significant difference in successful dribbles, with Manchester City at 65% and Everton at 29%, underscores City's superior performance on the day.

The turning point of the match came in the 58th minute when Erling Haaland scored the opening goal for Manchester City, breaking the deadlock and setting the tone for the remainder of the game. Just five minutes later, in the 63rd minute, Haaland struck again, doubling City's lead and effectively sealing the victory. These two goals were pivotal, as they not only secured the win but also highlighted Haaland's clinical finishing and impact on the game.

Everton, despite their efforts, were unable to respond to Manchester City's goals. The lack of key moments from Everton's side suggests they struggled to create meaningful chances against a well-organized City defense. The absence of any significant actions from Everton further emphasises Manchester City's control and dominance throughout the match.

Manchester City lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, with Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal and a backline of Matheus Nunes, Rúben Dias, Nathan Aké, and Nico O'Reilly. The midfield was anchored by Nico González, with Savinho, Tijjani Reijnders, Phil Foden, and Jérémy Doku providing support and creativity. Erling Haaland led the attack and was the standout performer, scoring both goals. The lineup showed no surprises, and the five substitutions made by City suggest a strategic approach to maintaining their lead and managing player fatigue.

Everton deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Jordan Pickford between the posts and a defense consisting of Jake O'Brien, James Tarkowski, Michael Keane, and Vitaliy Mykolenko. The midfield duo of James Garner and Idrissa Gueye provided stability, while Iliman Ndiaye, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and Carlos Alcaraz supported striker Beto. Despite the effort from the team, no individual stood out significantly, and the five substitutions made by Everton indicate an attempt to change the game's dynamics, but to no avail.

Erling Haaland is Coral's Man of the Match, and rightly so, having scored both goals in Manchester City's 2-0 victory over Everton. His brace in the second half was crucial in securing the win for City, showcasing his clinical finishing and impact on the game. With two goals and no assists, Haaland's performance was the defining factor in the match, earning him this well-deserved recognition.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Win: 2-0 vs Everton (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Brentford (A)
• Win: 5-1 vs Burnley (H)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Manchester City (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Crystal Palace (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham United (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Liverpool (A)

Sitting atop the league with 16 points, Manchester City will face Villarreal in the UEFA Champions League on October 21, 2025, at 20:00. This result against Everton will boost their confidence as they prepare for their next challenge. City will likely approach the game with the same intensity and focus, aiming to maintain their winning streak and continue their dominance in the league.

With 11 points, Everton find themselves in 10th place and will take on Tottenham Hotspur on October 26, 2025, at 16:30. The loss to Manchester City may serve as a wake-up call for Everton, prompting them to regroup and strategize for their upcoming match against a strong Tottenham side. They will need to improve their performance and capitalise on their opportunities to secure a positive result.

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