Defending champions Manchester City return to Premier League action on Saturday, October 18, 2025, hosting Everton at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. Kickoff is set for 10:00 a.m. ET, streaming exclusively in the U.S. on Peacock.
Match Details
- Fixture: Manchester City vs. Everton
- Competition: Premier League — Round 8
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
- Venue: Etihad Stadium — Manchester, England
- Stadium Capacity: 55,097
- Pitch Surface: Grass
- Weather Forecast: 55°F, Cloudy
How to Watch Live
- Streaming (U.S.): Peacock (subscription required)
- Broadcast: Exclusive to Peacock in the United States
- Start Time: Coverage begins at 10:00 a.m. ET
Fans can stream the match live and on-demand through the Peacock app or at PeacockTV.com with a Premium subscription.
Match Preview
Manchester City enter the weekend near the top of the Premier League table, continuing their pursuit of another title under Pep Guardiola. The defending champions remain dominant in possession and goal creation, led by star striker Erling Haaland and playmaker Kevin De Bruyne, who has returned to form following injury.
Everton, meanwhile, are seeking consistency under Sean Dyche. While their defensive shape has improved, the Toffees have struggled to convert chances. A result at the Etihad would be a major statement, but they’ll face a City side that rarely drops points at home.
Key Storylines
- City’s home dominance: Guardiola’s squad has won 90% of its home matches since last season.
- Everton’s resilience: Dyche’s side will aim to frustrate City with a compact 4-5-1 shape and counterattacks led by Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
- Midfield control: The matchup between Rodri and Amadou Onana could dictate the game’s tempo.
Prediction
Manchester City’s quality and depth make them heavy favorites to maintain their perfect home record. Everton’s defensive structure may delay the inevitable, but City’s attacking depth should prevail comfortably.
Projected Score: Manchester City 3, Everton 0