Play against your old club! Moyes: People were very good to me when I was at Manchester United and they are now in good shape

 1:35am, 22 November 2025

Everton head coach Moyes attended the pre-match press conference against Manchester United. He talked about returning to Old Trafford, Everton's recent situation, Scotland's entry into the World Cup and other related topics.

Opening talk about the Scotland team qualifying for the World Cup

Have you all booked your World Cup tickets? Hopefully all the teams from the British Isles will make it through.

Revisiting the current situation at Old Trafford and Manchester United

Everyone was very good to me when I was at Manchester United, but it is never easy to play against my old club away from home. I'm looking forward to this fight. I'm focusing on Everton but Manchester United are really in good shape.

Everton's reconstruction process

The team is undoubtedly still in the early stages of reconstruction. If anyone thinks that the situation can be reversed quickly, that is unrealistic. I want to get to a position where I don't have to constantly look back at the relegation zone.

Changes brought about by coaching experience​

I hope I have become wiser. Famous coaches in English football often enjoy long-term coaching cycles. As I grow older, I may become more peaceful, but my fighting spirit remains.

Talk about the time Manchester United gives Amorim

To coach a giant, you must win, and you must win beautifully. Standards are different now, when I left Old Trafford because we didn't qualify for the Champions League. It's important that club management and ownership support, the manager should be given time and I know that's not always the case at teams like Chelsea.

Competition intensity in the Premier League

The strength of mid-tier teams has increased significantly, and there is no easy battle in the Premier League.

Use of young players

Tyler Diblin is regarded as an important member of the future. N'Diaye plays less on the right, and there is Grealish on the left. I am very optimistic about Diblin and look forward to giving him more opportunities. Thieno Bari has received enthusiastic support from the fans and is trying to adapt to the rhythm of the Premier League, but needs to score goals.

Player Status​

Seamus Coleman has an impeccable professional attitude and will always be considered. Regarding James Garner's transfer rumors, the club has not received any inquiries and is seeking to renew his contract.

Transfer market​

For high-value players such as McTominay, it is difficult for Everton to compete. I'm not sure if I can find any more value signings in the winter window.

Injuries and the impact of the African Cup of Nations​

Merlin Rohr underwent hernia surgery and will be absent for several weeks. Jarrad Branthwaite and Nathan Patterson are also on the injured list. Idrissa Guhay and Iliman Ndiaye left the team to participate in the African Cup of Nations, and the specific return date has not yet been determined.