David Moyes Faces Former Side as Everton Clash with West Ham in Premier League Summer Series
David Moyes is in a unique position as he takes charge of Everton in a Premier League Summer Series preseason clash against his former club, West Ham United, at Soldier Field in Chicago.
Both sides are eager to recover from their opening-match losses; West Ham’s brave rally against Manchester United, while Everton collapsed against Bournemouth.
For Moyes, who has coached both teams twice in his career, the match represents an uncommon preseason reunion.
West Ham’s attacking lineups features James Ward-Prowse, Lucas Paquetá, and young Marshall, while Everton’s forward trio of Ndiaye, McNeil, and Beto Set out to impress.
Graham Potter took over at West Ham in the middle of the campaign, and after a rough start, his first full preseason is crucial. The squad is undergoing a clear rebuild, With key players like Kudus, Fabianski, Coufal, Zouma, and Cresswell departed. Meanwhile, Niclas Fullkrug returns to fitness after a challenging debut season provides a promising development.
On the other hand, Everton’s defensive option are struggling due to injuries sidelining their key centre-backs Tarkowski, Keane, and Branthwaite.
Moyes acknowledged the challenge of acquiring new players, while a promising winger Thierno Barry has been catching the eye and continues to inspire Toffees fans.
