Everton 1 – 3 Man City
Manchester City came from behind to win 3-1 at Everton and move to within five points of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League.
The champions, who were playing their first match since winning the Club World Cup on Friday, their fifth trophy of 2023, fell behind just before the half-hour mark to Jack Harrison’s well-taken strike against his old club.
However, despite losing John Stones to a first-half ankle injury, the visitors hit back after half-time, scoring twice in quick succession through Phil Foden’s rasping drive and Julian Alvarez’s penalty to put Pep Guardiola’s side in control.
A late Bernardo Silva lob sealed the victory as City moved back into the top four of the Premier League after being held at home by Crystal Palace last time out, and with a game in hand on their rivals.
Sean Dyche’s team stay in 17th place, just a point above the relegation zone.
More to follow shortly…
What’s next?
Everton’s next game is at Wolves on Saturday; kick-off 3pm.
The Toffees then travel to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup third round on Thursday January 4; kick-off 8pm.
Manchester City are next in action on Saturday when they host Sheffield United; kick-off 3pm.
Pep Guardiola’s side then host Huddersfield in the FA Cup third round on Sunday January 7; kick-off 2pm.
