After Everton have got off to a winning start at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, there is set to be a big season ahead for one player.
The 2-0 win against Brighton for Everton signalled a serious improvement from the defeat to Leeds United.
David Moyes was chuffed with the performance, as the victory propelled the Toffees into the top half.
| Position | Team | Played MP | Won W | Drawn D | Lost L | For GF | Against GA | Diff GD | Points Pts |
| 7 |  SunderlandSunderland | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 |  EvertonEverton | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 9 |  BournemouthBournemouth | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 3 |
With the win, there were some standout performances, as Moyes praised James Garner after a ‘fabulous’ display.
It was a game to remember for Evertonians, and one star in the squad has got a platform to build on after the triumph.
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Everton fans hail Tim Iroegbunam after Everton win vs Brighton
It’s hard to pick out any bad performances as every player on Everton’s side played their part, but Tim Iroegbunam was another who looked different in quality.
Iroegbunam has been needing to impress, and the 22-year-old looked solid against Brighton, winning tackles, and was also an excellent ball-carrier.
Toffees fans picked out the midfielder’s performance and see a bright campaign ahead for the youngster.
One fan was thrilled with his showing, saying: “Iroegbunam you have rocked my world today. Want this more,” as another added: “I reckon Tim Iroegbunam is gonna have a quality season ya know, just got a feeling.”
“Tim Iroegbunam having a real game here,” another said, with a fellow supporter agreeing: “Iroegbunam is playing so well here, he gets better every time he plays.”
The plaudits continued for the 22-year-old, as another fan said: “Iroegbunam has been class today,” with one more tuning in about his first half performance, which continued in the second: “Tim Iroegbunam has been excellent this half so far.”
In that pivot with Idrissa Gana Gueye, there isn’t anyone better for Iroegbunam to learn off, and Moyes has a secret weapon on his hands.
Tim Iroegbunam looks to be David Moyes’ secret asset at Everton
After the Leeds game, it looked as though the midfielder would struggle to get back into the team.
But Moyes clearly has faith in the star who arrived for £9 million last season, as it could be a real breakthrough year for the young man.
| Minutes played | 71 |
| Dribble success % | 100% |
| Passes into final third | 6 |
| Recoveries | 6 |
| Defensive contributions | 5 |
| Aerial duels won % | 3/3 (100%) |
The excitement is building in the midfielder who is yet to show his real promise, but a run of games in Moyes’ set-up, and Everton could have a player on their hands.
After last season, Iroegbunam was one of the best interceptors, and his true quality can really be on show this year.
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