Everton vs Man United takes place in the Premier League on Sunday, 6 September 2026, with kickoff at 1:00 pm UTC. Everton have started with more control, while Manchester United have shown more punch in front of goal, so the key question is whether Everton can keep this one tight again.
| Competition | Premier League |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Everton vs Man United |
| Kickoff | 1:00 pm UTC |
Match Overview and Quick Verdict
Quick Verdict: Everton have the cleaner defensive start, but United arrive with the sharper attack. Everton’s home edge and recent head-to-head restraint keep this close, yet Bruno Fernandes and Bryan Mbeumo give United the stronger match-winners.
Everton sit seventh after two league games, with four points and only one goal conceded. United are 10th on three points, but they have already scored five, which gives this fixture a neat tension: control against cutting edge.
Competition Context
This is an early Premier League meeting, so the table still moves quickly. P means position, GF means goals scored, GA means goals allowed, and GD means goals scored minus goals allowed.
Everton’s +2 goal difference is built on a sturdy defensive base. United’s +1 reflects a looser shape at the back, but also a higher attacking ceiling.
Recent Form
Everton Recent Form
Everton have taken four points from two league games. The win over Crystal Palace FC and the draw with AFC Bournemouth show a side that is hard to shake off early in the season.
| Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| AFC Bournemouth | 1-1 | ➖ Draw |
| Crystal Palace FC | 2-0 | ✅ Win |
| Tottenham Hotspur FC | 0-1 | ❌ Loss |
| Sunderland AFC | 1-3 | ❌ Loss |
| Crystal Palace FC | 2-2 | ➖ Draw |
Man United Recent Form
United have also taken four points from their last two league matches, but their scoring has been louder. The 5-2 win over Ipswich Town FC stands out, even after the 0-2 loss to Hull City AFC.
| Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Town FC | 5-2 | ✅ Win |
| Hull City AFC | 0-2 | ❌ Loss |
| Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 3-0 | ✅ Win |
| Nottingham Forest FC | 3-2 | ✅ Win |
| Sunderland AFC | 0-0 | ➖ Draw |
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-23 | Everton | 0-1 | Manchester United |
| 2025-11-24 | Manchester United | 0-1 | Everton |
| 2025-08-03 | Manchester United | 2-2 | Everton |
| 2025-02-22 | Everton | 2-2 | Manchester United |
| 2024-12-01 | Manchester United | 4-0 | Everton |
Across these five meetings, United have two wins, Everton have one, and two finished level. The scorelines have been tight in three of the five, which makes a narrow game feel more likely than a wide-open one.
Everton’s only win in that run came away from home, while United’s biggest margin was the 4-0 at Old Trafford. That spread tells us more about game control than dominance across the whole pairing.
Everton vs Man United Standings
| Team | Pos | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everton FC | 7 | 2 | ✅ 1 | ➖ 1 | ❌ 0 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 4 | ➖ D ✅ W |
| Manchester United FC | 10 | 2 | ✅ 1 | ➖ 0 | ❌ 1 | 5 | 4 | +1 | 3 | ✅ W ❌ L |
Everton’s edge is in the goals against column. They have conceded once in two matches, which usually gives a team a floor to work from.
United’s numbers are more volatile. Their attack has already produced five, but four goals conceded in two games shows why they have less margin for error.
Key Players to Watch
Everton Key Players to Watch
Kiernan Dewsbury Hall has 1 goal in 2 Premier League appearances, and that matters because Everton need midfield runners to support the lone forward. Thierno Barry also has 1 goal in 2 appearances, so Everton already have a simple route to goal if the game stays narrow.
James Tarkowski has 1 goal in 2 appearances too, which is a useful bonus in a game where set pieces could matter. At the other end, Jordan Pickford’s role is obvious: Everton’s clean start depends on him turning pressure into control.
Man United Key Players to Watch
Bruno Fernandes has 3 goals and 1 assist in 2 league appearances. That is the best attacking number on either side, and it gives United a clear source of chance creation and finishing from midfield.
Bryan Mbeumo has 1 goal in 2 appearances, which backs up United’s threat from wide or inside-right areas. Matheus Cunha and Marcus Rashford were both involved in the last starting XI, so United have several routes to goal if the game opens up.
Predicted Lineups
Everton
4-2-3-1
- Thierno Barry
- Tyrique George
- Kiernan Dewsbury Hall
- Jack Grealish
- James Garner
- Harrison Armstrong
- Vitalii Mykolenko
- Jarrad Branthwaite
- James Tarkowski
- Merlin Rf6hl
- Jordan Pickford
VS
Man United
4-2-3-1
- Matheus Cunha
- Marcus Rashford
- Bruno Fernandes
- Bryan Mbeumo
- Kobbie Mainoo
- Youri Tielemans
- Luke Shaw
- Lisandro Martínez
- Harry Maguire
- Diogo Dalot
- Senne Lammens
These are projected lineups; official team sheets are normally confirmed closer to kick-off.
Evidence-Based Matchup Factors
Everton’s defence against United’s scoring punch is the main lever in this match. Everton have conceded only once, while United have already scored five, so the first goal could shape the whole tone.
Bruno Fernandes against Everton’s compact start is another clear factor. His 3 goals and 1 assist in two games make him the most dangerous individual on the pitch.
Set pieces may also matter because Everton already have goals from Dewsbury Hall, Barry and Tarkowski. That spread suggests they do not need many chances to stay in touch.
What Each Team Needs to Do to Win
Everton
Everton need to keep the score tight and make United work for every chance. If they stay organised and get service to Barry or Dewsbury Hall, they can turn a narrow game into a point or more.
Man United
United need Fernandes and Mbeumo involved early. Their best route is to make Everton defend longer spells than they have in recent matches, then use their stronger scoring numbers to break the game open.
Prediction
Everton’s early defensive record makes a home win for United hard to call with confidence, but United’s attacking numbers carry real weight. They have already scored five in two games, and Fernandes has been directly involved in four of those goals.
That said, Everton are not an easy team to bully right now. Their 1-1 draw at Bournemouth and 2-0 win over Crystal Palace suggest a side that can keep shape and punish mistakes, which is exactly why this should stay close.
United still get the nod because they have more proven scoring output across the opening two rounds. Everton can keep them honest, but the visitors look more likely to find the extra goal.
Final Prediction
Predicted winner: Man United.
Predicted score: Everton 1, Man United 2.
Why This Prediction Could Be Wrong
If Everton keep conceding very little, United may run into another stubborn game. A low-scoring contest also gives Everton more room for a set-piece goal or one clean break.
United’s loss to Hull City AFC shows they are not settled enough to trust fully. If Fernandes is not as decisive, their attack can look less smooth very quickly.
Everton’s own scoring has been modest, so if Barry and Dewsbury Hall do not carry their early output forward, they may struggle to turn a solid performance into points.
What to Watch
Watch whether United can get Fernandes involved between the lines and in finishing positions. If Everton keep him quiet for long spells, the match could drift toward a draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Everton vs Man United?
The match is scheduled for Sunday, 6 September 2026.
What time does Everton vs Man United kick off?
Kickoff is set for 1:00 pm UTC.
Which competition is Everton vs Man United in?
It is a Premier League fixture.
How have Everton started the league season?
Everton have four points from two matches, with one win, one draw and one goal conceded.
How have Man United started the league season?
United have three points from two matches and have scored five goals already.
Official matchday squads are normally confirmed closer to kickoff.
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References
- www.flashscore.com
- www.premierleague.com
- www.evertonfc.com
- www.manutd.com
- www.espn.com
- www.espn.com
- www.football-data.org
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Chris Marcus
Chris Marcus is a sports writer and editor at Bakesim, covering match previews, team form, head-to-head records and evidence-based predictions across major sports.
