This season at Everton, young players will need to step up following their transfer business this summer, and 20-year-old Tyrique George is beginning to show himself at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The youngster was on the pitch for the entirety of the game and opened his goalscoring account for the 2026-27 season against Manchester United.
He helped the Toffees to avoid defeat at home, extending their unbeaten start to the season to three games.
George proved his worth on the biggest stage, capped off by a rifled strike that sent the home crowd into raptures.
Tyrique George Catches the Eye in Everton Draw
Everton winger Tyrique George was handed a starting berth by Toffees boss David Moyes following the sale of Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City.
George started ahead of Jack Grealish for his side, playing on his preferred left flank. The youngster was sharp and measured in his actions, keeping Man Utd's full-backs occupied.
Tyrique George caused relentless problems with his direct 1v1 dribbling and sharp tactical awareness.
When his side trailed at home, it was he who scored the goal that brought them level, rifling home a fine effort at the near post.
His relentless energy lifted the entire stadium, ensuring Everton fed off of the home support to keep their unbeaten run going.
| Tyrique George vs Manchester United | Statistic |
| Minutes played | 90 |
| Accurate passes | 26/28 (93%) |
| Chances created | 3 |
| Successful dribbles | 4/5 (80%) |
| Ground duels won | 7/12 (58%) |
Tyrique George led all players in the game in chances created and dribbles, and scored with his only shot in the game.
How Everton Fought Back in Four-Goal Thriller Against Man Utd
David Moyes' side got through the opening half unscathed against a Manchester United team that put five past Ipswich Town last week.
They went behind just two minutes into the second period through Bryan Mbeumo, who weaved his way through a number of challenges before finding the back of the net.
Everton waited until seven minutes from time to strike back through George, who had moved from the left wing to the right wing. He beat Senne Lammens at his near post to level matters, appearing to claim a point for his side.
Manchester United regained their lead in the 88th minute through striker Benjamin Sesko, only for debutant Ainsley Maitland-Niles to curl home a stunner with virtually the last kick of the game.
Directness, Shooting, and Composure: Why Tyrique George is Set for Breakout Campaign
Everton's choice to sign Tyrique George on a permanent basis this summer was viewed as strange, by many.
The England U-19 international had spent the second half of the 2025-26 season on an unremarkable loan to Everton, after which they negotiated a fee with Chelsea for his services on a permanent basis.
He was signed to play off the left flank, with Iliman Ndiaye clearly above him in the pecking order. The late acceptance to sell Ndiaye ensured that George climbed up the pecking order.
From his days in the Chelsea academy, Tyrique George's overall wing play has always been impressive.
The youngster is capable of playing across the frontline, making him a key asset for Moyes and his tactical plans for the season.
His ball-striking also sets him apart as a quality talent, as he showed today how well he hits the ball.
David Moyes' trust in him and decision to keep backing him has been justified by his display against Manchester United.
George still has a significant bit of growth, particularly tactically, to become an elite Premier League performer. He is, however, set to be a key player for his club this season, judging by how well he performed against the Red Devils.
