Jack Grealish Shines As Everton Beat Brighton In Home Debut

Jack Grealish had a perfect start to his Everton career at their new stadium, providing two assists in a 2-0 Premier League win over Brighton.

WHAT HAPPENED?

On his first start and home debut for Everton, Jack Grealish instantly made his mark. He assisted two goals to lead Everton past Brighton in front of a packed crowd at their brand-new ground. It’s a strong start for Grealish, who joined from Manchester City this summer on a one-year loan, and shows why Everton were keen to bring the talented midfield creator to Merseyside as his inclusion is seen as crucial for improving Everton’s attack.

Everton dominated throughout, with Grealish dictating play from midfield and linking up well with his new teammates.

GREATER SIGNIFICANCE FOR EVERTON AND GREALISH

It’s a result that lifts Everton up the Premier League table after a mixed start to the season. Prior to this match, they were near the bottom, having lost against their opener to Leeds United, and fans had hoped for a spark after their expensive summer transfer moves. Grealish, once a star at Manchester City but with a reduced role last term, quickly answered doubts about his fitness and creativity. His two assists showed he could be the focal point for Everton and also brought hope to the new era at the club’s new home. A first clean sheet also highlighted goalkeeper Jordan Pickford’s importance as he stood firm against the Brighton attack.

WHAT COMES NEXT FOR EVERTON

Everton travel to face Wolves in their next Premier League match. This win has taken them up to 10th in the table, and they will try to build up on the momentum and get a positive result before the international break. Everton, aiming to build on this momentum, is looking to stay in mid-table and improve further after finishing 14th last season in an effort to avoid relegation. Crucially, Grealish’s connection with Everton’s forwards will again be closely watched as he aims to continue producing assists and goals and help push the Toffees up the standings.