Overview
- Everton visit Sunderland on Monday, 3 November, marking David Moyes’ first game back at the ground since his 2016–17 spell ended in relegation and resignation.
- Moyes told reporters he “had a really good time” at Sunderland but remains “disappointed” they “didn’t do a bit better.”
- Sunderland have surged under Régis Le Bris, reported fourth after nine Premier League matches and beaten only once in their last seven league games.
- Moyes holds a strong record against Sunderland, with 14 wins in 22 meetings and only two defeats.
- Since replacing Sean Dyche in January, Moyes helped Everton avoid relegation and he highlighted Jordan Pickford’s development and recent clean-sheet record ahead of the keeper’s return.