Maitland-Niles screamer earns Everton 2-2 draw with Man Utd
Maitland-Niles struck from 30 yards in stoppage time as Everton rescued a point after twice trailing and kept their unbeaten home start.
- On Sunday, September 6, 2026, Everton and Manchester United drew 2-2 at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Ainsley Maitland-Niles scoring a dramatic 96th-minute equalizer on his debut.
- Everton faced squad depth concerns following a chaotic transfer deadline day, with deals for Folarin Balogun collapsing and forwards Iliman Ndiaye and Beto departing. Manager David Moyes was left with limited attacking options.
- Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring in the 46th minute for United, but Tyrique George equalized in the 82nd minute. Benjamin Sesko restored the lead in the 88th minute before Maitland-Niles secured the draw.
- "It feels like a defeat," said United manager Michael Carrick, noting his side conceded two late goals for the third straight game. Carrick confirmed Mason Mount returned to the squad after recovering from a pre-season injury.
- The draw leaves Everton unbeaten with five points from three matches, positioning them eighth in the Premier League table. United, now 11th with four points, return to Champions League action against Sabah on Thursday night.
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