Everton 1-3 Manchester City: 5 Talking Points and Tactical Analysis | Premier League 2019/20

#1 Manchester City toil but eventually get the job done

Manchester City got the job done against Everton

Over the past couple of seasons, Manchester City have established themselves as one of the most eye-catching teams across Europe. Subsequently, they’ve scored tons of goals and made supporters gape at their offensive play in awe.

However, most impressively over that tenure, they’ve learnt to get the job done, despite not playing well.

Against Everton, the visitors failed to hit the heights several had expected them to. Their approach play looked a shade off the pace and their defence always seemed a disaster waiting to unravel. The away side also didn’t help themselves with some dire finishing.

Yet, they managed to come away from Goodison Park with three points firmly tucked in their pocket.

The defending champions turned the screw at opportune moments and that enabled them to distance themselves from Everton, who were chasing a goal.

Hence, the Cityzens had again lent weight to the notion that they’re one of the most complete sides on the planet. And, the result on Saturday becomes more significant, considering they were facing a potential 7 or 8-point deficit had they not stitched together a victory.

Throughout Guardiola’s coaching stint, he has garnered enormous accolades for playing the beautiful game in the most picturesque manner. Yet, the distinguishing facet of this City side could be their ability to win when encountering a sticky patch.

The said aspect shone through in the latter parts of last season and has come to the fore again.

After all, isn’t that what champions do?