David Moyes makes his return to the Everton dugout on Wednesday night as the Toffees host Aston Villa in a pivotal Premier League showdown.
After leaving West Ham last season, Moyes has been appointed to replace the sacked Sean Dyche, reigniting memories of his previous tenure at Goodison Park.
From 2002 to 2013, Moyes guided Everton to consistent top-half finishes, earning three LMA Manager of the Year awards despite the lack of silverware. Now, his mission is to steer the club away from relegation trouble, with Everton sitting precariously in 16th place, just one point above the drop zone.
Aston Villa, led by Unai Emery, will be a challenging opponent. Currently eighth in the league, the Villains have struggled for consistency, recording nine wins, five draws, and six losses. However, they head into this match with momentum after consecutive victories over Leicester City and West Ham.
The game kicks off at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, January 15, at Goodison Park. Fans can watch live on TNT Sports 2 or stream via Discovery+.
Team News
Everton will be without Dwight McNeil, Timothy Iroegbunam, Youssef Ramalho Chermiti, and Armando Broja, though Dominic Calvert-Lewin is set to return. For Aston Villa, injuries sideline John McGinn, Ross Barkley, and Pau Torres.
