Everton 2-2 Manchester United: Maitland-Niles Rescues Dramatic Late Point

Everton produced a remarkable late comeback to hold Manchester United to a 2-2 draw at Hill Dickinson Stadium, with Ainsley Maitland-Niles scoring a stunning stoppage-time equaliser on his debut.

The result preserved Everton's unbeaten start to the 2026/27 Premier League season, while Manchester United were left frustrated after twice taking the lead.

Mbeumo Breaks the Deadlock

The first half ended goalless, with neither side able to make their possession count.

Manchester United changed the game immediately after the interval when Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring. The forward produced a composed finish to give Michael Carrick's side a 1-0 advantage.

Tyrique George Brings Everton Level

The hosts eventually found their reward through Tyrique George, who produced a powerful finish in the 83rd minute to make it 1-1.

The goal was George's first for Everton and gave the home crowd renewed belief that a comeback was possible.

United appeared to have done enough to take all three points when substitute Benjamin Šeško restored their lead in the 87th minute with a header.

At that stage, Everton looked to have run out of time.

They clearly had other ideas.

Maitland-Niles Produces Late Drama

Deep into stoppage time, Everton debutant Ainsley Maitland-Niles stepped forward with one of the biggest moments of the match.

The midfielder unleashed a spectacular long-range strike in the 96th minute to make it 2-2 and send Hill Dickinson Stadium into celebration.

It was an extraordinary way for Maitland-Niles to introduce himself to Everton supporters, particularly after arriving on deadline day.

United had been seconds away from victory but were ultimately punished for failing to close the game out.

Manchester United Drop More Points

The draw will feel like two points lost for Manchester United.

Carrick's team had taken the lead twice but could not protect either advantage. United also conceded two goals for the third consecutive match, raising further questions about their defensive consistency.

Everton, meanwhile, showed considerable character. David Moyes' side remained unbeaten and demonstrated that they can continue competing even when matches appear to be slipping away.

The Toffees finished with more shots and shots on target, underlining their determination to keep pushing until the final whistle.

Final Verdict

Everton 2-2 Manchester United was a match United appeared destined to win before Everton produced a spectacular late escape.

Mbeumo and Šeško twice put Manchester United ahead, but George and Maitland-Niles refused to let Everton leave empty-handed.

For Everton, the point keeps their unbeaten run alive. For United, it is another reminder that controlling a match is only half the job — the other half is surviving the final few minutes.

And Maitland-Niles certainly made sure those final few minutes were anything but quiet.