'Perfect' - Jack Grealish and Jarrad Branthwaite react to Jordan Pickford's message to Everton fans
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Aasif Rahman
Mon 25 August 2025 10:38, UK
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford shared a passionate message to the fans after opening their new stadium with a win.
The Toffees marked a historic day at the brand-new Hill Dickinson Stadium as Everton defeated Brighton with a 2-0 win on 24 August.
Jack Grealish impressed on his Everton debut, playing a key role in both goals — first setting up Iliman Ndiaye with a simple tap-in before laying on another for James Garner, who struck a superb effort from outside the box.
At the other end, Pickford produced a crucial performance to ensure Everton’s clean sheet remained intact.
Pickford denied Danny Welbeck from the penalty spot, preventing any chance of a Brighton fightback.
Following the final whistle, the Everton goalkeeper shared a heartfelt message with supporters as he reflected on what was a landmark occasion in the club’s history.
Following Everton’s victory and his decisive penalty stop, Pickford shared a message with supporters as the club began life at their new stadium in style.
The goalkeeper posted on Instagram with the caption: “Perfect afternoon together in our new home!
Up the Toffees!!”
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His teammates and fellow professionals showed their support, with Grealish commenting with a ‘top’ and heart emoji, while Jarrad Branthwaite, Tottenham’s James Maddison and Idrissa Gueye were among those who liked the post.
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Pickford also reshared an image of his water bottle on Instagram after the match, which had detailed notes on Welbeck’s previous penalty record, which is an insight that played a key role in helping him deny the Brighton striker from the spot.
Just a week earlier, Pickford guessed correctly against Lukas Nmecha when Everton faced Leeds, but the forward’s effort still found its way past him.
This time, the England goalkeeper made sure his preparation paid off, producing the save that secured Everton’s clean sheet.
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While Everton celebrated their first win at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, the club are continuing to push for further reinforcements in the transfer window.
Reports suggest that Everton have agreed a deal to sign Southampton youngster Tyler Dibling after having two earlier bids rejected.
It comes after Football Insider revealed that Southampton were ready to lower their asking price for Dibling, dropping their initial £50million valuation.
With David Moyes eager to strengthen his squad before the deadline, Everton appear to be closing in on one of their top targets.
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