Everton’s long hunt for a new right-back concluded with the signing of Ainsley Maitland-Niles, a decision that initially raised eyebrows. However, the player quickly silenced any doubts with a remarkable performance in his debut match, scoring a stunning 25-yard goal that secured a last-minute equalizer against Manchester United.
The atmosphere at Hill Dickinson Stadium shifted dramatically when Maitland-Niles, just 19 minutes into the game, found the top corner of the net, leaving United’s manager Michael Carrick in disbelief. This moment was particularly significant for Everton, who had endured a frustrating transfer deadline week. Despite falling behind to a late header from Benjamin Sesko, the team displayed resilience, managing to equalize and extend their unbeaten streak this season in what turned into an exhilarating second half.
Fonte/Origem: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/06/everton-manchester-united-premier-league-match-report