LIVERPOOL, England — September 6, 2026 — Everton produced a dramatic late comeback to earn a 2-2 draw against Manchester United at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday, with Ainsley Maitland-Niles scoring a spectacular stoppage-time equalizer on his Everton debut.
After a goalless first half, Manchester United wasted little time taking control following the restart. Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring in the 46th minute, cutting inside from the right before finishing into the far corner to give United a 1-0 advantage.
Everton refused to fade, however, and their persistence finally paid off in the 83rd minute. Tyrique George produced a powerful strike from a tight angle to beat United goalkeeper Senne Lammens and level the match at 1-1.
The celebrations did not last long.
Manchester United regained the lead just minutes later when substitute Benjamin Sesko connected with a Luke Shaw cross and headed the ball past Jordan Pickford. The late goal appeared to have secured all three points for United.
But Everton had one final response.
Deep into stoppage time, Maitland-Niles, making his debut after coming off the bench, unleashed a sensational long-range first-time strike that found the net in the 96th minute, sending the home supporters into celebration and rescuing a point for Everton.
The dramatic finish was particularly frustrating for Manchester United, who had taken the lead twice but were unable to close out the match. United also had opportunities earlier in the contest, including a Bruno Fernandes effort that struck the crossbar in the first half.
For Everton, the result demonstrated resilience. David Moyes’ side continued pushing despite falling behind twice, while his substitutions helped change the momentum of the match.
What the Result Means
The draw leaves Everton unbeaten through their opening three Premier League matches, with a record of one win and two draws for five points. Manchester United, meanwhile, move to four points from three matches, with one win, one draw and one defeat.
For United, the biggest concern will be their inability to protect a late advantage. For Everton, Maitland-Niles could hardly have scripted a better introduction to his new supporters.
Final Score: Everton 2–2 Manchester United
Goals:
Everton — Tyrique George 83′, Ainsley Maitland-Niles 90+6′
Manchester United — Bryan Mbeumo 46′, Benjamin Sesko 88′
It was a Premier League contest that saved nearly all its drama for the second half—and Maitland-Niles delivered the final, spectacular twist.