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David Moyes led Everton to the FA Cup final and four European competitions during his first spell at the club.
David Moyes has made a shocking return to Everton, stepping in as the club's manager after the dismissal of Sean Dyche.
This represents a reunion with the club where Moyes previously enjoyed an 11-year tenure from 2002 to 2013, during which he led Everton to notable successes, including an FA Cup final and participation in four European competitions.
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Moyes returns at a challenging time for the club, which currently sits just above the relegation zone in the Premier League standings.
Following a disappointing run of five winless matches, Dyche was sacked shortly before an FA Cup match against Peterborough United.
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Moyes expressed his enthusiasm about returning, stating, "I enjoyed 11 wonderful and successful years at Everton and didn’t hesitate when I was offered the opportunity to rejoin this great club.”
Context of the Homecoming
Everton's Executive Chairman, Marc Watts, articulated the rationale behind Moyes' reappointment, noting his extensive experience with the club.
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"We are pleased that David is joining us at this pivotal time in Everton’s history," Watts stated. He highlighted Moyes as the right leader to guide the team through their final season at Goodison Park and into their new stadium, aiming to build a foundation for a new era for Everton.
“He is the right leader to propel us through our final season at Goodison Park and into our new stadium,” he added. “We look forward to working with David to build the foundation of a new era for Everton.”
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Moyes is recognised as one of the Premier League's most seasoned managers, having overseen over 500 matches during his first spell at Everton.
His tenure was marked by consistent top-half finishes and a memorable run to the 2009 FA Cup final.
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After leaving Everton for Manchester United in 2013—a move that ultimately ended in disappointment—Moyes moved abroad to Real Sociedad before returning to Sunderland, and West Ham United, where he achieved success by winning the UEFA Europa Conference League.
Future Aspirations
With a two-and-a-half-year contract in place, Moyes is tasked with ensuring Everton remain in the Premier League at the end of the season while preparing for their transition to a new stadium.
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But to keep the Toffees in the topflight, Moyes has emphasised the importance of fan support during this crucial period:
"Now we need Goodison and all Evertonians to play their part in getting behind the players in this important season so we can move into our fabulous new stadium as a Premier League team.”
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