Everton FC 2026/27
Follow the Toffees throughout the 2026/27 Premier League season from Hill Dickinson Stadium, with results, fixtures, squad developments, tactical analysis and Open Chronicle coverage of David Moyes' side.
Everton Start with Authority at Hill Dickinson Stadium
The Toffees opened the 2026/27 Premier League campaign with a 2–0 victory over Crystal Palace, securing their first opening-day league win since 2021.
Everton 2–0 Crystal Palace
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall opened the scoring shortly before half-time and Thierno Barry doubled the advantage early in the second half. Jordan Pickford and Everton's defence then protected the clean sheet as David Moyes' side banked a confident first three points.
A Season of Higher Expectations
Everton begin the campaign with renewed expectations after a disappointing end to 2025/26 and with the club seeking to turn Hill Dickinson Stadium into a major competitive advantage.
A controlled and efficient opening performance delivered three points and a clean sheet.
Everton continue to build a new home identity and aim to make the stadium central to their league ambitions.
The experienced manager enters another Premier League campaign with pressure to push Everton higher up the table.
After missing European qualification last season, greater consistency is the central challenge for 2026/27.
Everton's Opening Premier League Fixtures
After the home win over Crystal Palace, Everton travel to Bournemouth before hosting Manchester United and then visiting Tottenham.
David Moyes Leads Everton into 2026/27
David Moyes
One of the Premier League's most experienced managers, Moyes continues his second spell at Everton with the challenge of raising the club's ceiling after a frustrating end to last season.
Experience, Structure and Greater Ambition
Everton's opening victory against Crystal Palace offered an encouraging picture of a side with greater control in midfield and more efficiency in the final third.
Moyes has publicly welcomed the impact of the club's new-look midfield, while the wider objective is clear: improve consistency, strengthen the squad before the transfer window closes and move Everton closer to the European places.
Key Figures for the Toffees
Established leaders, summer additions and young players all have important roles in Everton's attempt to climb the Premier League table.
Jordan Pickford
A central figure in Everton's defensive identity. He opened the season with a clean sheet and produced an important save against Palace.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
Scored Everton's first league goal of the season and delivered an influential midfield performance in the opening win.
Thierno Barry
Headed Everton's second goal against Crystal Palace and provides a focal point for Moyes' attack.
Iliman Ndiaye
Creative and mobile across the front line, with the ability to connect midfield and attack in transition.
Harrison Armstrong
Part of Everton's youthful midfield picture and one of the players Moyes has trusted with meaningful responsibility.
Tyrique George
An energetic attacking option whose direct running offered a fresh dimension during the opening weekend.
What the Opening Win Told Us
The first match offered early clues about how Everton may approach the new season.
Dewsbury-Hall and Everton's younger midfield options gave the team greater mobility and cleaner progression through central areas.
Everton converted decisive chances at key moments while Palace failed to punish their own opportunities.
Building a strong home record could become one of Everton's biggest strategic advantages in the 2026/27 campaign.
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Follow Everton Throughout 2026/27
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