Tuesday's Everton News: Barry's Brilliance, Moyes' Frustration, and Full City Reaction
Welcome to your daily dose of Everton news and rumors, where we break down the latest from Goodison Park and beyond.
First up, a thrilling 3-3 draw with Manchester City has left fans buzzing and manager David Moyes with mixed emotions. The Toffees took a late 3-1 lead against the title-chasers, only to concede a dramatic 97th-minute equalizer. Moyes insisted his side should have closed out the game, but there's no denying the fight they showed on the pitch. Our complete match report and instant reaction are available for those who want to relive every moment.
Thierno Barry was the star of the show, scoring a brace that had the Goodison faithful on their feet. The forward revealed that his finishing work with Moyes just 24 hours earlier paid off handsomely. "He said to me, 'You need to score two or three goals before the end of the season.' I scored two today, so I'm happy," Barry shared. It's a testament to the manager's hands-on approach and the player's willingness to learn—qualities every fan loves to see in their squad.
On the transfer front, Pep Guardiola has addressed Jack Grealish's future as the Manchester City winger prepares to return from his loan spell at Everton. Meanwhile, defender Reece Welch has emerged as a target for Freiburg on a free transfer at the end of the season, and free agent youngster Kingston Boakye is being chased by Manchester United among others. Everton's player ratings from the Liverpool Echo highlight Barry as outstanding, with a couple of 5/10 performances in the thrilling draw.
In other news, Mykolenko has earned a spot in Troy Deeney's Team of the Week, while Tyler Dibling's potential impact with the Toffees is under the microscope. David Moyes also offered an honest verdict on Barry's first season at the club, praising his progress.
Finally, a nostalgic nod to history: on May bank holiday Monday, 39 years ago, the Toffees were confirmed as Football League champions for the second time in three years after a win at Carrow Road. As the UEFA Champions League semi-final second legs begin, with Arsenal hoping to beat Atlético Madrid at the Emirates, Everton fans can take pride in their own thrilling chapter this season.