David Moyes Hopes for Bright Future After Everton's Goodison Farewell

Everton manager David Moyes reflects on the club's future after a 2-0 win over Southampton in the team's final match at Goodison Park.

Everton manager David Moyes is optimistic about the club's future after a poignant farewell to Goodison Park, the team's home since 1892. The Toffees bid adieu to the historic stadium with a 2-0 win over Southampton, thanks to Iliman Ndiaye's brace.

Moyes believes a new era is dawning for Everton, driven by the recent acquisition by the Friedkin Group and the impending move to a state-of-the-art 52,000-seater stadium. This change is expected to unlock new revenue streams and boost the club's competitiveness in the Premier League. “There might be a club coming back together,” Moyes said, reflecting on the potential for renewal.

The manager highlighted the emotional connection between the team and its fans, expressing hope that the excitement surrounding the new chapter will translate to success on the pitch. Moyes also looked forward to the new stadium's improved visibility, joking that he won't miss Goodison Park's notorious obstructed views, which forced him to stand half the time to see the ball at the other end of the pitch.

FT. Signing off at Goodison Park with three points! UTFT! 🙌

[2-0] #EVESOU pic.twitter.com/U83g5V9Fdc

— Everton (@Everton) May 18, 2025

With a revamped squad and ambitious infrastructure in place, Everton fans are eagerly anticipating the team's performance in the new stadium. Moyes' sentiments were echoed by the emotional atmosphere outside the stadium, suggesting a sense of new beginnings for the club.

A move to a new 52,000-capacity stadium is expected to bring in new revenue streams, potentially enabling West Ham to compete with top Premier League clubs once again. For years, the team has struggled against relegation, but the increased financial resources could help turn their fortunes around.

The recent takeover by the US-based Friedkin Group in December adds to the optimism, offering hope for a fresh start and new opportunities for the club to strengthen its position in the league.

“There might be a club coming back together,” said Moyes, who returned to Everton in January for a second spell in charge.

“The scenes outside the stadium were incredible. It is a club that is needing some big days, a big future. Let's hope this is the start of it.

“If we can take what we had today to the new stadium, it will be something.”