Manchester City beats Everton in second half

The match started with an early surprise as Everton took the lead in the 29th minute. Dwight McNeil set up Jack Harrison, who beat the City goalkeeper to put the hosts ahead. Everton's lead injected energy into the game, setting up an intense battle.

City’s comeback

Manchester City's response came in the second half. Phil Foden equalized in the 53rd minute with a spectacular goal. Receiving a pass from Bernardo Silva, Foden created space for himself and unleashed a long-range shot that found its way into the bottom right corner.

The turning point of the match came in the 64th minute when Julian Alvarez converted a penalty for City. The spot-kick was awarded for a handball by Everton’s Andre Onana after a shot by Nathan Ake. Alvarez made no mistake, sending Jordan Pickford the wrong way and shooting through the middle to give City the lead.

Silva secures the win

Bernardo Silva then capitalized on a goalkeeping error in the 86th minute to extend City's lead. Silva intercepted a poor pass from the Everton keeper and coolly finished, cementing a 3-1 victory for the visitors.

Implications for Manchester City

This win is a significant boost for Pep Guardiola’s side, who are now temporarily back in the top four of the Premier League. The victory at Goodison Park not only adds crucial points to their tally but also maintains the momentum from their Club World Cup success.

Looking ahead

With the season progressing, every match is proving vital in the race for the title. For Manchester City, this win is a positive step towards their goal of reclaiming the Premier League crown. They will be looking to build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures to solidify their position at the top of the table.