David Moyes ‘proud’ of managing 700 Premier League games

Everton manager David Moyes says he is proud to manage his 700th Premier League game.

Now in his second spell as Everton boss, Moyes has also managed the likes of West Ham, Manchester United and Sunderland in England’s top flight during a successful career.

He will join an elite group of managers to achieve the feat, alongside Arsene Wenger (828 games for Arsenal) and Sir Alex Ferguson (810 games for Manchester United).

“It’s amazing really,” said Moyes. “When you start out, I don’t think you ever think you’re going to become a Premier League manager, but to get 700 games behind me is quite an achievement.

“I am very satisfied. There are two great managers ahead in Arsene and Alex. I don’t think I’ll make his numbers, that’s for sure. “

This weekend’s Premier League clash between Everton and Brighton will see Moyes, the league’s oldest manager at 61, face Brighton’s Fabian Hurzeler, the youngest at 31.

David Moyes says Dwight McNeil will have to return to a specialist over his ongoing knee injury which could require surgery. ▶ ️ pic.twitter.com/e3jr0kkcns

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The occasion marks a role reversal for Moyes, who was the youngest manager in the Premier League when he took charge of Everton in 2002.

At the time, the late Sir Bobby Robson, 30 years his senior, was the greatest in the league.

“I remember Sir Bobby giving me some words of wisdom,” added Moyes. “It’s amazing how things have changed and I’ve been lucky enough to have opportunities at big clubs.”

Everton’s recent 3-2 win over Tottenham gave Moyes his first victory since returning to Goodison Park and lifted the club four points clear of relegation.

However, midfielder Dwight McNeil is expected to undergo knee surgery, leaving after missing the last seven games.

“He (McNeil) will probably need some surgery on his knee,” Moyes confirmed. “It’s a real blow because we need him back for matches, deliveries and his general work.”