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Everton’s Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall targets 1978/79 Andy King milestone against Man Utd

Originally posted on HITC | By Tom Procter | Last updated Feb 22, 2026 10:55 AM ET

Monday’s match sees Everton take on Manchester United, a game in which Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has the potential to accomplish a highly unusual achievement.

It has been a while since Everton were last in action, with their previous match against Bournemouth coming nearly two weeks ago at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

The break came because Everton were not involved in the FA Cup over the weekend, and the fixture list has put their clash with United at the end of this round of matches.

So, there will likely be plenty of anticipation within the squad to get back on the pitch.

Dewsbury-Hall should be among those eager to play again, especially since he has a chance to pull off something quite unusual.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall could become the first Englishman to score in both league games against Man United in 47 years for Everton

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BBC Sport has highlighted an intriguing bit of history that could come into play during tomorrow’s match.

Dewsbury-Hall is on the verge of becoming the first English player in 47 years to score in both Toffees’ league games against Manchester United within a single season.

The last person to pull this off was Andy King, way back during the 1978/79 campaign.

Dewsbury-Hall had already netted the only goal when Everton took down United 1-0 at Old Trafford back in November.

Considering how many English players have worn the blue shirt since then, it is surprising that nobody has managed it until now.

Dewsbury-Hall might not even be aware of the record, but another goal tomorrow would not only break a long-standing drought but also give Everton three important points in their bid for European qualification.

Everton are eyeing rare league double over Manchester United

That victory in November also sets up an opportunity for Everton to complete a league double over United, something they have not managed in over a decade.

The last time it happened was 12 years ago, under Roberto Martinez. Everton won 1-0 at Old Trafford and followed it up with a 2-0 win back home.

This match will not be straightforward, though. Michael Carrick has had a real influence since stepping in, and United have picked up 13 points from their last five matches.

Meanwhile, Everton have been struggling at the Hill Dickinson Stadium and will need to turn things around to get something from this one.

This article first appeared on HITC and was syndicated with permission.

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