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The stakes are high for Manchester City as their squad's reputation hangs in the balance. Everton will see this as an opportunity to exploit City's vulnerabilities, sensing that the champions are not invincible. Dyche recognizes that even top teams can falter, stating, “If you don’t get the details right, then things don’t work out for you.” The pressure will be on Guardiola to inspire his players to return to their winning ways, especially as the perception of City as a dominant force begins to slip.