Manchester United return from nearly two weeks of rest on Monday night as they travel to Merseyside looking to maintain their top-four charge against David Moyes’ Everton.
The Red Devils have been revitalised under interim manager Michael Carrick, who has guided the side to a nine-match unbeaten run—their longest since 2021. Currently sitting level on points with Chelsea, United are the only Premier League side still unbeaten in 2026. However, their last outing resulted in a frustrating 1–1 draw at West Ham, a result Carrick will look to learn from as his side prepares to face a similarly disciplined Everton defence.
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Everton, meanwhile, sit 11th in the table and are aiming to complete a rare league double over United for the first time since the 2013–14 season. David Moyes’ side secured a clinical 1–0 victory at Old Trafford in November and will be eager to bounce back following a 2–1 home defeat to Bournemouth in their last league game. With a five-point gap to bridge to the European places, the Toffees need a signature win at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium to reignite their season.
Everton vs Manchester United – Match preview and team news
Date: Monday, 23 February 2026
Venue: Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool
Last Meeting: Manchester United 0–1 Everton (24 Nov 2025), Premier League
Team NewsEverton
The Toffees are boosted by the return of Seamus Coleman, who is fit and available at right-back for the first time since late January. However, Jake O’Brien is suspended following his red card against Bournemouth, and Jack Grealish remains a long-term absentee with a foot injury. David Moyes hopes the 13-day break has allowed Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gana Gueye to fully recover their intensity following the Africa Cup of Nations.
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Manchester United
Michael Carrick remains without Patrick Dorgu, who continues to recover from a muscle injury sustained in January. Mason Mount is “getting closer” to a return, but the club is being patient with his integration. Matthijs de Ligt is also making progress with a back issue, but remains slightly behind Mount in his recovery. The rest of the squad is reportedly fit and revitalised after a rare midweek break.
FormEverton
Under David Moyes, Everton boast a solid mid-table standing built on defensive organisation. Consequently, they rank among the league’s top five for fewest goals conceded. However, they recently suffered a 2–1 loss to Bournemouth. This marks their fifth defeat in nine home matches. Furthermore, they average just 3.3 shots on target per game. Despite this, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall remains a potent threat. He aims to become the first Englishman since 1979 to score home and away against United in one campaign.
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Manchester United
The Red Devils remain the division’s most aggressive attacking side, recording a league-high 417 shots. Currently, they ride a nine-game unbeaten streak, earning 15 points in 2026. However, West Ham United recently denied them a victory with a late 1–1 equaliser. Notably, Manchester United hold a historic advantage in this fixture. Their 19 away wins against Everton set a Premier League record. Finally, captain Bruno Fernandes remains sensational on the road. He has contributed to 10 goals in his last nine away appearances.
Predicted Lineups
Everton Predicted XI: Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Gueye, Garner; Armstrong, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye; Barry
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Manchester United Predicted XI: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Diallo, Fernandes, Cunha; Mbeumo
How to Watch Everton vs Manchester United?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Fans can also stream the action via the Sky Go app.
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