Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall scored first for Everton in their 2–0 victory over Crystal Palace during the 2026–27 Premier League opening weekend.
Dewsbury-Hall opened the scoring before half-time at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Thierno Barry added Everton’s second goal after the interval, giving the Toffees a comfortable home win.
The result was Everton’s first opening-match victory in five years and their first win in eight top-flight matches. It provided a positive start at their new stadium, which was listed as Hill Dickinson Stadium for the 2026–27 season.
Crystal Palace began the campaign under new manager Pierre Sage. Their afternoon was made more difficult by an injury to defender Chadi Riad, who was carried from the pitch during the match.