Everton marked their debut at the Hill Dickinson Stadium with a 2-0 win over Brighton, as Jack Grealish starred on his full debut by assisting both goals. Iliman Ndiaye netted the opener and James Garner doubled the advantage, while Jordan Pickford’s penalty save kept a clean sheet for David Moyes’ men.
Key Moments
- 23’ — Ndiaye Makes History: Iliman Ndiaye volleyed home Jack Grealish’s cross, becoming the first player to score at Everton’s new stadium.
- 52’ — Garner Doubles Lead: Grealish laid off another pinpoint pass, this time for James Garner, who fired in Everton’s second.
- 77’ — Pickford Saves Penalty: Brighton were handed a lifeline after a handball by Dewsbury-Hall, but Danny Welbeck’s penalty was brilliantly saved by Pickford to preserve Everton’s lead.
Match Stats
| Everton | Brighton | |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 0 |
| Assists | Grealish (2) | — |
| Shots | 11 | 13 |
| On Target | 3 | 4 |
| Possession | 42.4% | 57.6% |
| Attendance | 51,759 | — |
Everton could have added more, while Brighton hit the woodwork twice and missed several good first-half chances. The Toffees begin life at their new ground in style, with Grealish and Pickford the standouts.