14 January 2025

Four in a row Premier League Champions need to win. I need it so badly. maybe Everton He was supposed to roll over and leave Pep Guardiola The most incredible title-winning comeback fashion. once again.

But no, Sean Dyche Manchester City succeeded in extracting another priceless point brilliantly, adding City to the last list, which includes Arsenal and Chelsea, who failed in their quest to obtain the three points.

Everton defenders James Tarkowski and Seamus Coleman

Everton is not perfect, and neither is Daiche's football, but in this tough-faced tactician the Toffees have something solid and dependable. Dyche's brand is acting as a relegation repellent, and despite a dismal start to the season, losing four times from four, there is hope that the combination of Friedkin, Everton and whatever contains something worth singing about over the coming years.

December was supposed to be Daiichi's downfall, but Everton have revealed themselves as a disappointing Christmas present. But no. Stand and listen to the Everton roar. There's a new year on the horizon – and a new dawn for the Merseyside club.

Everton's best performance against Man City

Manchester City are facing a crisis, with their miserable run extending from ugly form to one win in 13 matches in all competitions. They showed flashes of Superman power, but ultimately fell to an Everton side rooted in organization and steel.

Realistic football has not been Guardiola's kryptonite over many illustrious years, but when elegant muscle memory falters, Dyche's style is capable of holding off even the most 'attractive' opposition.

Erling Haaland He struggled to harness more than just residual power, moving like a desperate cat in an alley hoping for scraps. Vitali Mikulenko brought down the electric Savinho but Haaland's second-half penalty was confidently saved by a face-lift. Jordan Pickfordfrom He made three more saves At Etihad Stadium.

Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford

Idrissa Gueye also defied his 35-year-old self with a standout display in midfield, where he faced Rodri's ostensible replacement Mateo Kovacic and looked more like the Spaniard's Ballon d'Or winner, the truth is.

But there was one man who stood out above all the others. You know who.

Elimane Ndiaye is an Everton star

Indian education He scored his fourth goal season when he fired an angled shot into the corner of Stefan Ortega's goal. Control, creativity and gumption were all on display. He is a special player.

The 24-year-old arrived at Goodison Park in July, Signing a deal worth £15 million After a period spent in France with Marseille. With his speed, power and effectiveness, he established himself as a fan favorite and rose to a higher level in Manchester.

The Citizen's poor defending contributed to Everton's equaliser, but Ndiaye had more to do, as he controlled his brilliant shot and slotted it into the net.

Elimane Ndiaye, Everton player

According to SovascorThe Senegalese winger completed his stunning goal with one key pass, two tackles and clearances each, and seven contested tackles, suggesting he was more than willing to step in.

He did. You succeeded. Chris Paisley from the Liverpool Echo He was particularly impressed, rewarding Ndiaye with a 9/10 rating for the game and praising his “deception and positive play” which stunned the beleaguered hosts.

What a talent. Critic Paul Robinson He was also on board the hype train, with the retired goalkeeper saying on match commentary that Ndiaye “will join the Manchester City team, he's very good.”

Elimane Ndiaye – Premier League statistics (24/25)

Match statistics*

#

Matches (start)

15 (13)

Objectives

3

Helps

0

Shots (on target)*

1.1 (0.5)

Great opportunities were missed

2

touches*

39.5

Complete the pass

84%

Key passes*

0.6

recover the ball*

5.9

Quirks*

2.4

Total duels (won)*

5.9 (51%)

Statistics via SofaScore (* = for each game)

N'Diaye came in with the goods against Manchester City and has worked with exciting conviction during the 2024/25 campaign. He will have no shortage of suitors next summer, but Dyche and Everton must keep hold of the maverick.

It may be difficult, after all, this is a player with the quality needed to play for Pep Guardiola's team, and many others.

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