Everton beat Manchester City

Everton vs Manchester City Overview

Everton

2 - 1

Match Finished

Liverpool

Walton Hall Park

C. Foster

Manchester City

Everton vs Manchester City Weather

The match at Walton Hall Park in Liverpool was played under crisp and cool conditions, with a temperature hovering around 7°C. The clear skies ensured an uninterrupted game, allowing players to perform at their best and fans to enjoy an exciting football atmosphere.

Everton vs Manchester City Head to Head

This FA WSL encounter added another chapter to the history between Everton and Manchester City. While Manchester City came into the match with a superior record in past meetings, Everton’s victory showcased their growth and ability to challenge top teams. The head-to-head battle highlighted Everton’s determination to turn the tide and build a competitive edge in the league.

Everton vs Manchester City Predictions

Pre-match predictions favored Manchester City due to their strong form and dominance in possession-based play. However, Everton defied expectations with their defensive grit and clinical finishing in the first half. The underdog triumph left fans thrilled and proved that determination and teamwork can often upset the odds in football.

Everton vs Manchester City Top Player

Megan Finnigan of Everton celebrates victory with teammates Lucy Hope and Courtney Brosnan after the Barclays Women's Super League match between Everton and Manchester City at Walton Hall Park on December 15, 2024 in Liverpool, England.

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The standout performer for Everton was Lucy Hope, who scored a pivotal goal and displayed exceptional defensive contributions throughout the match. Her composure and leadership on the field were crucial to Everton's victory. For Manchester City, Mary Fowler impressed with her energy and a late penalty goal, though it ultimately couldn’t secure a win for her side.

Everton vs Manchester City Match Highlights

• 31'

  

  L. Hopescored a goal

• 39'

  

  H. Hayashiscored a goal

• 46'

  

  A. Kennedywas substituted by L. Murphy

• 63'

  

  L. Blindkilde Brownwas substituted by C. Kelly

• 68'

  

  Sara Holmgaardreceived a Yellow Card

• 78'

  

  J. Parkwas substituted by L. Coombs

• 79'

  

  T. Paynewas substituted by K. Olesen

• 86'

  

  K. Snoeijswas substituted by V. Sarri

• 86'

  

  S. Holmgaardwas substituted by E. Bissell

• 88'

  

  Karoline Olesenreceived a Yellow Card

• 89'

  

  M. Fowlerscored a goal

The match started with a bang as Everton showcased their intent early on. Lucy Hope opened the scoring in the 31st minute, assisted by Sara Holmgaard. Just eight minutes later, Honoka Hayashi doubled Everton’s lead with a brilliant finish, thanks to a precise pass from Melissa Lawley.

Manchester City tried to regain momentum in the second half, with Mary Fowler converting a penalty in the 89th minute. Despite their 80% possession and several goal attempts, City couldn’t break through Everton’s solid defense. The match concluded with a jubilant 2-1 victory for Everton.

Everton Player Ratings

• Courtney Brosnan (7.3): Made crucial saves, playing a key role in maintaining the lead.
• Heather Payne (6.9): A steady defensive presence with important tackles and interceptions.
• Justine Vanhaevermaet (6.9): Contributed defensively with key passes and duels.
• Megan Finnigan (7.7): Led the defense with authority and made significant blocks.
• Lucy Hope (7.3): Scored a vital goal and contributed defensively.
• Sara Holmgaard (7.7): Delivered an assist and showed grit in defensive duels, despite a yellow card.
• Melissa Lawley (6.7): Provided an assist but had a quieter overall performance.
• Katja Snoeijs (6.5): Active in duels but couldn’t find the back of the net.
• Clare Wheeler (7.2): Solid midfield performance with excellent tackling and interceptions.
• Honoka Hayashi (7.2): Scored Everton's second goal, showcasing composure and precision.
• Toni Payne (7.0): Strong forward play and effective dribbles.
• Karoline Olesen (5.2): Struggled to make an impact and received a yellow card.
• Veatriki Sarri (6.7): Showed promise with duels and tackles in her limited time.
• Emma Bissell (6.3): Provided energy off the bench but didn’t significantly influence the game.

Manchester City Player Ratings

• Khiara Keating (6.5): Conceded two goals but made key saves to prevent a wider margin.
• Kerstin Casparij (7.2): Contributed defensively and offensively with solid passing and interceptions.
• Alanna Kennedy (6.7): Played only the first half; performed decently in defense with accurate passing.
• Laia Aleixandri (7.3): A standout defensive performance with high passing accuracy and effective duels.
• Leila Ouahabi (6.3): Struggled to impact the game despite contributing in defense.
• Jill Roord (7.0): Creative in midfield but lacked the final touch to convert opportunities.
• Yui Hasegawa (7.9): Controlled the midfield brilliantly with precise passing and defensive contributions.
• Jessica Park (6.3): Active in the first half but lacked impactful contributions.
• Laura Blindkilde Brown (6.9): Played 63 minutes with solid ball distribution and defensive efforts.
• Aoba Fujino (6.9): Worked hard in midfield, showing creativity and tackling abilities.
• Mary Fowler (7.9): Scored a penalty and was City’s most effective attacking player.

Everton vs Manchester City Statistics

Despite dominating possession, Manchester City couldn’t capitalize on their chances, while Everton’s efficiency in the final third proved to be the decisive factor in this thrilling encounter.