The hosts could not find a way past Tim Howard despite being on top for long spells at the Etihad StadiumTitle-chasing Manchester City were frustrated by Everton at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday as the visitors withstood heavy second-half pressure to claim a 0-0 draw.


Kicking off earlier than top two Arsenal and Leicester City, Manuel Pellegrini's men were on top for long spells against Everton, especially after the break, but failed to find the breakthrough and were frustrated by the lack of a penalty award when John Stones appeared to bring down Raheem Sterling late on.