Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who recently transferred from Chelsea to Everton, has expressed his excitement about the upcoming Merseyside Derby against Liverpool at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Despite having met US President Donald Trump during a FIFA Club World Cup ceremony, Dewsbury-Hall believes scoring a winning goal against Liverpool would be a more memorable achievement.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall said: “The only time I spoke to him was when he gave me the medal. It was very straightforward, he said to me something like: ‘Oh congratulations.’ I was like: ‘Oh, thank you. I appreciate it.’ Apart from that, there was nothing. Others might have had longer conversations, those who were closer to him. I think the plan was for him to give the trophy to us and then leave but one of the other lads said he just wanted to stay and enjoy it. It ended up being an iconic moment, it was definitely surreal. Whatever anyone thinks, he’s still the President of America and the fact we are lifting a trophy next to him on stage was quite weird.”
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall added: “Ha! That will jump it easily. I grew up watching the Merseyside Derby. I can say it’s one of the best in world football and I feel almost privileged that I am going to be involved in it. I knew the importance of the games before I came here but, being around the place, I know more. Look, I’m not from within the city but I know the passion is different. I’m not a Scouser, I wasn’t born and raised here. But I’m a scholar of football. I watch every single football match. I love it. I’m trying to get immersed in it here, I’m trying to understand the importance of everything. If you do something in a big game like this, it will give you a little gold star next to your name, won’t it? That’s enough motivation for me.”
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall continued: “I can’t understand that, I genuinely don’t get it. If you were to ask my missus, she would tell you that she doesn’t see me. I just take myself off into the living room and I will watch any football match. That’s always been me. I just live and breathe the game, simple as that. She’ll put something on Netflix, the odd time, to make me try to watch it and I’ll be like: ‘Nah, I’m just going in the other room!’ It’s my life. Anything I have ever done has been for this and it always will be.”
Dewsbury-Hall’s passion for football is evident, and he is looking forward to making his mark in the Merseyside Derby. His enthusiasm for the game is matched by his ambition to score against Liverpool, a feat that would cement his place in Everton’s history. Reflecting on past derby moments, he recalls Phil Jagielka’s memorable goal and James Tarkowski’s last-minute volley, emphasizing the significance of such achievements.
The midfielder’s determination to improve his goal-scoring record in the Premier League is clear. Having already scored seven goals this season, Dewsbury-Hall is eager to continue his form and contribute significantly to Everton’s success. His resilience and mentality are crucial assets as he aims to capitalize on every opportunity in front of goal.
The upcoming derby presents Dewsbury-Hall with a chance to redeem himself after missing a key opportunity in the previous encounter with Liverpool. Confident in his abilities, he is ready to seize the moment and make a lasting impact in one of football’s most storied rivalries.
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