Manchester City’s woes continued with a disappointing 1-1 draw against Everton at the Etihad Stadium.

Erling Haaland’s second-half penalty miss summed up the English champions’ struggles as they remain in a poor run of form, with just one win in their last 13 games across all competitions.

Bernardo Silva had given City an early lead, benefiting from a deflection off Jarrad Branthwaite after being set up by Jeremy Doku.

However, Everton equalised through Iliman Ndiaye’s spectacular strike following a defensive error by Manuel Akanji.

Despite dominating possession and creating chances, City failed to capitalise, with Haaland’s off-form penalty being a notable missed opportunity.

Pep Guardiola’s men climbed to sixth place but risk falling further behind in the top-four race, which could jeopardise their Champions League qualification.

Meanwhile, Everton secured a hard-earned point that moves them five points clear of the relegation zone.

Guardiola acknowledged the gravity of the situation, stating, “Now we are at risk [of missing the Champions League].

” This draw underlines City’s struggles to convert opportunities, as well as their heavy reliance on Haaland, who has only scored once in his last seven matches.