David Moyes has returned to Everton for a second stint as manager, taking over after Sean Dyche was sacked by the struggling Premier League club.
Moyes, 61, previously led Everton for 11 successful years from 2002 to 2013, achieving a fourth-place finish in the Premier League in 2005 and reaching the FA Cup final in 2009.
Upon his return, Moyes expressed his excitement at rejoining the club and emphasized the importance of Evertonians getting behind the team as they aim to secure their Premier League status and move into a new stadium next season.
Following his tenure at Everton, Moyes had a brief and turbulent spell as Manchester United manager before finding success at West Ham, leading the Hammers into Europe multiple times and securing the Europa Conference League title in 2023.
Now, Moyes is set to lead Everton through their final season at Goodison Park and into a new era at their upcoming stadium. The club’s Executive Chairman, Marc Watts, welcomed Moyes back, citing his experience and leadership as crucial in this pivotal time for Everton.
Moyes’ second spell at Everton will kick off with a home match against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Wednesday, following Dyche’s departure after a winless run and lack of goals for the team.
While Everton considered other candidates like Graham Potter and Jose Mourinho, it was ultimately Moyes who was chosen to lead the club forward. In the meantime, former Everton players Leighton Baines and Seamus Coleman took charge of the team for a victorious FA Cup match against Peterborough.
Overall, Moyes’ return to Everton signifies a new chapter for the club, with fans eagerly anticipating what the future holds under his guidance.