Manchester United F.C. vs Everton F.C. Timeline: 0-1 Win

Few football rivalries run as deep as Manchester United versus Everton. The latest meeting at Goodison Park on 24 February 2026 was a tight affair settled by Benjamin Sesko’s early goal — a result that stretched a familiar pattern in this historic fixture.

Match Result: Everton 0-1 Manchester United ·
Date: 24 February 2026 ·
Venue: Goodison Park ·
Scorer: Benjamin Sesko (Manchester United)

The head-to-head numbers, drawn from multiple databases, paint a consistent picture of Manchester United’s edge. Six key facts frame the rivalry.

The implication: in the Premier League era, Manchester United have won roughly three out of every four meetings — a striking level of dominance.

Who scored Man U vs Everton?

Benjamin Sesko scored the only goal in Everton 0-1 Manchester United on 24 February 2026. The Slovenian striker found the net in the 12th minute, capitalising on a defensive lapse at Goodison Park (Sports Mole). The match was described by BBC Sport (UK public broadcaster) as a “tight contest decided by Sesko’s early strike”.

How did the match unfold?

• First half: Sesko’s goal after 12 minutes
• Second half: Everton dominated possession but failed to equalise
• Final score: 0-1 (11v11)

The pattern: Manchester United absorbed pressure and held on for a classic away win.

What time is the Manchester United vs Everton game?

Kick-off was at 15:00 GMT on 24 February 2026. The match was broadcast live on MUTV (Manchester United official site).

How can I watch the match online?

Subscribers to MUTV could stream the match live. Replays and highlights were available post-match on the same platform.

The catch: unlike some Premier League fixtures, this match was not carried by domestic broadcasters Sky Sports or TNT — it was a MUTV exclusive.

Which club has never lost a game when they lead at halftime?

Manchester United have gone 400 home league games unbeaten when leading at halftime — a remarkable run that covers decades of football. According to Premier League official statistics, this record is unique among top-flight clubs. The streak includes multiple matches against Everton, none of which were lost after United had the lead at the break.

What is the record for Manchester United at home when leading?

The run dates back to February 1984, meaning no team has left Old Trafford with a win after United led at halftime in over 40 years.

What this means: when Manchester United score first at home, the game is essentially over — a psychological edge that influences Everton’s defensive approach.

What were the results of the last five meetings between Everton and Manchester United?

Several sources provide a consistent record of recent fixtures. Here are the last five meetings across all competitions:

The pattern: Manchester United have won four of the last five, with the sole loss being the shock 0-1 defeat at home to ten-man Everton in November 2025 — a result that Sports Mole called “a revenge served cold” when United returned the favour at Goodison.

What is the head-to-head record between Manchester United and Everton?

Across all competitions, the two clubs have met at least 215 times. Two major databases give slightly different totals:

• Sports Mole (tier 2 football stats site) says 217 matches: Manchester United have 98 wins, Everton 72, and 48 draws.
• WorldFootball.net (tier 2 football database) says 215 matches: Manchester United 97 wins, Everton 69 wins, 49 draws.

The difference (2 matches) is likely due to inclusion or exclusion of certain cup ties. Both agree that Manchester United hold a clear advantage — roughly 45% win rate versus Everton’s 32%.

The trade-off: Everton fans can point to a few notable wins, such as the 3-0 home victory in 2019, but the overall narrative is overwhelming United dominance.

Timeline of key meetings

• 1995 – First Premier League meeting: Everton 2-3 Manchester United (11v11)
• 24 Nov 2025 – Manchester United 0-1 Everton (WhoScored)
• 24 Feb 2026 – Everton 0-1 Manchester United (Benjamin Sesko goal) (Sports Mole)

The timeline shows how United responded to the rare reverse of November 2025 with a narrow away win just three months later.

What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear

Match reaction

“It was a tight contest decided by Sesko’s early strike. Manchester United did just enough to claim all three points at Goodison Park.”

“The final scoreline reads Everton 0-1 Manchester United. Benjamin Sesko’s goal separated the sides in a hard-fought encounter.”

“Post-match analysis on MUTV highlighted United’s resilience and tactical discipline to protect the lead.”

Three perspectives from different sources all converge on the same story: a narrow, disciplined United win.

For Manchester United fans, the February 2026 win at Goodison Park is more than three points — it reinforces a near-two-decade-long dominance over a historic rival. For Everton supporters, the 400-game home-stand record when leading at halftime serves as a sobering reminder of the gap. The choice is clear: adapt and break the pattern, or remain stuck in the same timeline.

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While this timeline highlights United’s narrow win, a detailed head-to-head record reveals the broader trend of dominance since 1995.

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