Everton coach David Moyes said he felt proud before playing his 700th Premier League match.
Now, in his second spell as Everton manager, Moyes has also led teams such as West Ham, Manchester United and Sunderland in the English top flight during a successful career.
He will join an elite group of coaches who have achieved this achievement, along with Arsene Wenger (828 games with Arsenal) and Sir Alex Ferguson (810 games with Manchester United).
“It's really unbelievable,” Moyes said. “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 a fair achievement.
“I'm very happy. There are two great managers in front of me in Arsene and Alex. I don't think I'll ever limit their numbers, that's for sure.
This weekend's Premier League match between Everton and Brighton will see Moyes, the oldest coach in the league at 61, take on Brighton's Fabian Horzler, the youngest at 31.
David Moyes says Dwight McNeil will need to return to a specialist regarding his ongoing knee injury, and may require surgery. ◀️ pic.twitter.com/e3Jr0kKCNS
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This occasion represents a change in roles for Moyes, who was the youngest coach in the English Premier League when he first took charge of Everton in 2002.
At the time, the late Sir Bobby Robson, 30 years his senior, was the oldest player in the league.
“I remember Sir Bobby giving me some words of wisdom,” Moyes added. “It's amazing how things have changed, and I've been lucky to get opportunities at bigger clubs.”
Everton's recent 3-2 win over Tottenham gave Moyes his first win since returning to Goodison Park and lifts the club four points clear of relegation.
However, midfielder Dwight McNeil is expected to undergo knee surgery, which will keep him out of action after missing the last seven games.
Moyes confirmed: “It is possible that (McNeil) will undergo surgery on his knee.” “It's a real blow because we need him back for set-pieces, passing and his overall game.”
