Jack Grealish has ignited a spark at Everton, transforming from a sidelined star at Manchester City to the heartbeat of the Toffees’ attack in a matter of weeks. On Saturday, August 30, 2025, the 29-year-old midfielder delivered a masterclass in a thrilling 3-2 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux, earning two assists and prompting manager David Moyes to proclaim, “He is even better than I thought he was.” Grealish’s sensational start to his season-long loan from Manchester City has not only lifted Everton to six points from their opening three Premier League matches but also reignited hopes of a prosperous new era at their gleaming Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Grealish’s impact was immediate and undeniable against Wolves. Within seven minutes, he nodded a pinpoint cross from Vitaliy Mykolenko to set up Beto’s opening header, showcasing his knack for creating in tight spaces. Later, his intricate link-up play with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall paved the way for Iliman Ndiaye’s goal, and a clever, perfectly weighted pass allowed Dewsbury-Hall to rifle in the decisive third. “It’s nothing to do with me, let me tell you, it’s all to do with Jack and his own mentality to be better,” Moyes said post-match, deflecting credit to his star loanee. Grealish’s 60 touches, 91.4% passing accuracy, and seven free-kicks won underlined his dominance, as he tormented Wolves’ defense while joining the away fans in jubilant celebration, leaping over advertising boards to soak in their adulation.
This performance followed Grealish’s sparkling home debut on August 24, where he provided both assists in a 2-0 win over Brighton at Everton’s new £802 million waterfront stadium. His first assist, a driving run and precise cross for Ndiaye, and a second, a neat pass to James Garner for a 25-yard screamer, marked him as the first Everton player to record multiple assists in consecutive Premier League games. “Brilliant, brilliant day,” Grealish beamed after the Brighton match. “We were saying before the game that we wanted to put on a show for the fans. For the club itself, it was a big day coming into the new stadium.” His four assists in three games surpass his total of two across 40 Premier League matches in his final two seasons at Manchester City, where he started just seven games last term under Pep Guardiola.
Moyes, back for his second stint at Everton, sees Grealish as the “elite player” needed to match the club’s ambitious new home. “He probably needs a bit of love and attention. He needs the games as well,” Moyes noted, emphasizing Grealish’s hunger to prove himself after being overlooked for England’s World Cup qualifiers by Thomas Tuchel. “There’s a wee bit to prove, I’m sure,” Moyes added. “I think in life, you’ve always got something you have to strive to do. And I think Jack wants to show that he’s a good player.” Tuchel, despite omitting Grealish, acknowledged his quality, saying, “There’s no doubt I am a big fan of Jack Grealish. Big players and big personalities, always in the mix.” With the 2026 World Cup looming, Grealish’s performances could force a rethink.
Everton’s attacking trident of Grealish, Ndiaye, and Dewsbury-Hall, the latter signed from Chelsea, has injected flair into a side long criticized for its dour play. “They’re just away from the biggest clubs and you see the winners they are,” Moyes said of Grealish and Dewsbury-Hall, praising their work rate alongside their creativity. Beto’s slick dummies and Ndiaye’s historic goals—scoring the last at Goodison Park and the first at Hill Dickinson—complement Grealish’s vision, though Moyes admitted defensive lapses made the Wolves win “a bit scary near the end.” Jordan Pickford’s crucial save from Jean-Ricner Bellegarde sealed the points, underscoring his status as a Goodison great now thriving at the new stadium.
Wolves, meanwhile, remain pointless after three matches, with manager Vítor Pereira lamenting a thin squad and the absence of Jørgen Strand Larsen due to an Achilles injury. “We need at least two more players, especially in attack,” Pereira said, as fans chanted “back the team or sell the club” in frustration. Everton, by contrast, are riding a wave of optimism. Grealish’s revival, fueled by Moyes’ faith and a vibrant new home, suggests a season where European qualification, not relegation, is the target. “What Jack gives us is something just on the edge, which, hopefully, it’s on the edge of creativeness and maybe scoring goals,” Moyes said, hinting at Grealish’s next challenge: finding the net himself. For now, the £100 million man is Everton’s new people’s champion, proving his worth one dazzling display at a time.
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