City v Everton: 2024 celebration cover, Benjani interview and ...

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City v Everton: Kick-off time, team news and TV information

Designer Dave Flanagan’s wonderfully illustrated cover for the Everton game looks at another phenomenal year for the Blues.

The key moment, of course, was the achievement of our History Makers as Pep Guardiola’s men won an unprecedented four Premier League titles in succession.

The drawing also sees Phil Foden lifting the PFA Player of the Year award and also references 10 years of the CFA, which has had a major impact on the club and the community.

We have interviews with young stars Rico Lewis and Nico O’Reilly while we also speak to cult hero Benjani.

Benjani was signed on transfer deadline day in February 2008 and made an unbelievable start just days later as he scored the second goal in a 2-1 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford.

The mercurial forward talks about his time at the Etihad Stadium, chatting about his boss Sven-Goran Eriksson, teammate Richard Dunne and that Manchester derby victory.

Our Nightmare City XI feature continues with Mayor of Greater Manchester – and Everton fan – Andy Burnham picking the best Blues he’s watched during his time following football.

There’s also an ‘In Memoriam’ section for this edition as we feature the names of our beloved supporters who have passed away this past year.

We have the usual favourites like Pep Guardiola’s manager notes, Mike Summerbee’s Buzzer column and a focus on the visitors, Everton.

We also bring you Six Degrees of Separation’ charting a course between stars of both teams while Dr Gary James takes a look at ‘One Moment in Time’.

Kevin Cummins selects another one of his favourite 100 photos while there’s also a focus on what’s happening across our other teams - EDS, Under-18s and Women’s.

Men's Team

How can I watch City v Everton on TV?

Make sure you get your hands on the official matchday programme, which costs £4, because it really is the perfect way to get you in the mood for the big game.

As well as being available for purchase at the ground, supporters who may not be able to attend the game can also order it online.

What’s more, fans will also be able to order a programme subscription, with three bundles opportunities available.