Brighton Beats 10-Man Everton 3-0
- Brighton started strong with a 3-0 victory over 10-man Everton at Goodison Park.
- Ashley Young received a red card for Everton, changing the dynamic of the game.
- The win marks a promising beginning for Brighton in the match against Everton.
In a remarkable debut, the youngest permanent manager in Premier League history witnessed his team, Brighton & Hove Albion, deliver a stunning performance against Everton, marking the latter's final opening day at Goodison Park after 132 years. Despite a strong start from Everton, Brighton quickly took control, with Simon Adingra sealing the victory with a third goal that highlighted the visitors' dominance throughout the match. Ashley Young, at 39 years and 39 days, made history as the oldest outfield player for Everton, while Brighton's James Milner, aged 38, became the first player to feature in 23 consecutive Premier League seasons. Milner's experience was evident as he contributed to the midfield alongside Mats Wieffer, although he received a booking in the first half for a foul on Vitaliy Mykolenko. Everton's Jack Harrison initially threatened Brighton's goal, forcing a save from Jason Steele, but the home side struggled to capitalize on their chances. Brighton's counter-attacks proved lethal, with Minteh's low cross setting up Mitoma for a close-range tap-in. Everton's inability to convert opportunities, including a missed chance from Dwight McNeil, compounded their woes. The match took a turn for the worse for Everton when they were reduced to ten men in the 66th minute, allowing Brighton to further exploit their vulnerabilities and maintain pressure throughout the game.