In a stunning Premier League upset, David Moyes finally secured his first victory at Old Trafford as an away manager, guiding Everton to a remarkable 1-0 win against Manchester United. This historic result, achieved on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, was made all the more extraordinary as Everton played with ten men for the vast majority of the match.
A Bizarre Moment of Madness
The match took a dramatic turn in the 13th minute when Everton midfielder Idrissa Gueye was shown a straight red card. In a bizarre incident that left spectators baffled, Gueye was dismissed for slapping his own teammate, defender Michael Keane. Post-match, manager David Moyes offered a candid view on the decision, suggesting the referee could have taken more time to consider the context. However, Moyes also presented a surprising defence of his player's actions.
Moyes's Unconventional Reaction and Team Resilience
Moyes did not shy away from the incident, delivering a headline-grabbing quote that revealed his unique managerial philosophy. "But there's another side to it: I like my players fighting each other, if someone didn't do the right action," Moyes stated. He elaborated, "If you want that toughness and resilience to get a result, you want someone to act on it." Despite the early setback, the Everton manager was effusive in his praise for the team's spirit, highlighting their "togetherness and resilience" in overcoming the numerical disadvantage.
An Apology and a Decisive Goal
Following the match, Idrissa Gueye apologised to his teammates for what he described as a "moment of madness." His dismissal, however, was not enough to derail Everton's determined performance. The lone and decisive goal of the match was scored by Kienan Dewsbury-Hall, whose strike secured a famous three points for the Toffees. This victory marks a significant personal milestone for Moyes, ending an 18-match winless streak at the home of his former club as an away manager and delivering a major shock in the Premier League.
