Only twice prior to this clash had City lost successive league games under Pep Guardiola, and they were in no mood to do so a third time. In what could be a crucial win, Manchester City left it late to record their ninth straight win over Everton.Phil Foden’s late goal annulled all the great saves Toffee’s custodian Jordan Pickford made throughout the match – also, it is safe to say the hosts were not given a clear penalty after Rodri handled the ball inside his own box.Unfortunate Red Devils held back by sturdy WatfordEverton were expected to succumb to Premier League leaders City, given that they recorded 12 defeats in their last 16 league fixtures. However, quite unexpectedly, Frank Lampard’s men matched their counterparts across the pitch during the opening 45 minutes. The only piece of work Pickford had in the first half was denying Kevin de Bruyne’s long-distance effort.Everton were almost rewarded for their bright showing when Anthony Gordon stung Ederson’s palms, while Jonjoe Kenny thrashed an effort into the side netting from inside the area. The home team kept on going with the City keeper producing a vital save to deny Richarlison from close range.Second-half showed a much-improved City but Pickford kept the game level with a sequence of stunning saves. Everton keeper first denied Foden only to redirect Joao Cancelo’s shot later on. John Stones was next in line, his shot from distance was saved by his England teammate who continued with an impressive performance.Pickford produced a superb double save to thwart De Bruyne and then Bernardo Silva in quick succession. However, in the 82nd minute, Foden pounced on a mistake in the Everton defence to put the visitors ahead from close range.Soon after, the Toffees were furious to not have been awarded a penalty for what looked like handball from Rodri. Despite a VAR review, they saw their appeals waved away.Manchester City held onto their lead to remain unbeaten in their last 13 league away games. Everton, meanwhile, remain 17th, just one point above the relegation zone. Despite their impressive performance today they fell to a ninth straight defeat to the Cityzens. PREMIER LEAGUE – ROUND 27FridaySouthampton – Norwich 2-0 (1-0)/Adams 36, Romeu 88/SaturdayLeeds United – Tottenham Hotspur 0-4 (0-3)/Doherty 10, Kulusevski 15, Kane 28, Son 86/Man.Utd. – Watford 0-0Brighton – Aston Villa 0-2 (0-1)/Cash 17, Watkins 68/Brentford – Newcastle 0-2 (0-2)/Joelington 33, Willock 44/Crystal Palace – Burnley 1-1 (1-0)/Schlupp 9 – Milivojevic 46 og/Everton – Man.City 0-1 (0-0)/Foden 82/Sunday17:00: (2.20) West Ham (3.15) Wolverhampton (3.90)Arsenal – Liverpool CANCELEDChelsea – Leicester City CANCELED***odds are subject to change
