This preview has been refreshed on Sunday 6 September 2026, matchday itself, to confirm the latest broadcast details, kick-off time and match officials for Manchester United’s trip to Merseyside. Michael Carrick’s side head to Hill Dickinson Stadium in good spirits after a big win at Old Trafford, while David Moyes has Everton picking up points of their own in the early weeks of the season.
Match Preview: Everton Host Manchester United at Hill Dickinson Stadium
Everton welcome Manchester United to Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday 6 September 2026, with kick-off set for 2pm BST. It is a fixture United supporters will circle regardless of league position, and this season it arrives with both clubs still shaping their early form.
David Moyes, a manager United fans know well from his own time at Old Trafford, has Everton settled at home and looking to build on a solid start. Carrick, meanwhile, takes his players to Merseyside on the back of a result that will have lifted the mood around the squad considerably.
Everton vs Manchester United Kick-off Time and TV Channel
Everton vs Manchester United kicks off at 2pm BST on Sunday 6 September 2026 at Hill Dickinson Stadium, and it is live on Sky Sports in the UK. Coverage runs across Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports UHD, giving subscribers several ways to watch depending on their package.
Supporters without access to a television can follow the match through Sky’s streaming services. Sky Go carries the game for existing Sky Sports subscribers, while NOW offers a day, month or season pass for anyone without a satellite package. Both options show the same live feed as the main broadcast.
Match Officials for Everton vs Manchester United
John Brooks takes charge of the match as referee, with Simon Long and Blake Antrobus running the lines as his assistants. Sam Barrott is the fourth official on the day, overseeing proceedings from the technical area.
The video assistant referee is Paul Howard, supported by Craig Taylor as assistant VAR. Between them, the officiating team will have the final say on any contentious decisions that arise during the contest.
Team Context and Early Season Premier League Form
United’s league campaign has been a mixed bag so far. Carrick’s side lost their opening fixture away at Hull City, a result that raised early questions, before responding in style with a 5-2 win over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. Bruno Fernandes was the standout performer that afternoon, scoring a hat-trick, while Bryan Mbeumo also got his name on the scoresheet.
That victory has given Carrick a platform to build from as United look to string results together in the weeks ahead, a theme picked up in our analysis of the derby tactical adjustments and in pundit commentary ahead of big fixtures from Gary Neville.
Everton, for their part, have made a promising start under Moyes, taking four points from their opening two Premier League matches. It leaves both sides with something to prove at Hill Dickinson Stadium, United looking to extend their momentum and Everton hoping to make home advantage count.
What Happens Next for Michael Carrick’s Side
Beyond this trip to Merseyside, Carrick’s early tenure continues to be shaped by results across all competitions. Our tactical review of the cup exit to Brighton looked at where things went wrong in the Carabao Cup, offering useful context for how the head coach has since adjusted his approach.
For supporters wanting the fuller picture on how this fixture first came together, including venue and broadcast details as they were first confirmed, the original match information guide remains available. As it stands, the priority for Carrick is straightforward: back up the Ipswich win with another positive result and keep Everton’s home crowd quiet at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
