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Everton boss David Moyes fighting a tide of history that even the greats fell foul of
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Everton manager David Moyes at his first match on his return to the Toffees, a 1-0 home defeat by Aston Villa on Jan 15.
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“Never go back” is one of football management’s great idioms, an idea of diminishing returns. A glance through football history suggests it holds water.
David Moyes’ 11 years at Goodison Park are remembered fondly despite a curt departure to Manchester United in 2013. Time healed wounds, as Moyes himself proved that he can return to a club and do better.
