Which 2026–27 Premier League opening-round match finished 2–0 for the home side at Hill Dickinson Stadium?

Everton beat Crystal Palace 2–0 in the 2026–27 Premier League opening round at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

The match was played on Saturday 22 August 2026, with Everton hosting Crystal Palace. It was Everton’s first Premier League campaign at Hill Dickinson Stadium, their new home in Liverpool after leaving Goodison Park.

Everton’s two-goal victory earned three points and a clean sheet. Crystal Palace began the season without a goal, while Everton recorded a +2 goal difference from the opening fixture.

The scoreline is particularly easy to confuse with Hull City’s 2–0 home win over Manchester United on the same day. The distinction is the venue and opponents: Everton versus Crystal Palace was the match at Hill Dickinson Stadium, whereas Hull versus Manchester United was played at MKM Stadium.