Why Moyes is perfect for Everton's new era
3 April - 49 minsDespite running Liverpool close, it was a familiar feeling for David Moyes at Anfield, as Diogo Jota scored the only goal as Everton feel to defeat to their neighbours.
Defeat to Liverpool makes it 22 visits to Anfield without tasting victory as a manager.
But with upshoots of encouragement and the move to their new stadium on the horizon, do Everton have reasons to be optimistic?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Everton correspondent Paddy Boyland and senior football writer Oli Kay to discuss the impact Moyes' return to the blue half of Merseyside has had ahead of what could be a defining summer prior to their move to their new stadium.
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