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Moyes delighted by perfect Goodison farewell

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Last Updated : May 13 2013 | 9:40 AM IST
Everton manager David Moyes admits his side's 2-0 victory over West Ham was the perfect way to say farewell to Goodison Park before his impending move to Manchester United.
Moyes will take over from United manager Alex Ferguson at the end of the season and was given an emotional send-off by Everton supporters on Sunday.
Belgium international Kevin Mirallas scored both goals in a victory which ensures Everton will finish the season above city rivals Liverpool in consecutive top-flight seasons for the first time since 1937.
And even though Everton should have won by more than a two-goal margin, Moyes was happy that his last game on home turf ended on a winning note.
The Scot, who was confirmed as Ferguson's successor on Thursday, was given a guard of honour onto the pitch and supporters sung his name throughout the match in appreciation of his achievements during 11 years with the Toffees.
"It was a perfect finish," said Moyes, whose final game as Everton boss will be against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge next Sunday.

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"More important for me was how well Everton played. I thought we played like a top team not one in fifth or sixth. We'd have been a match for any side on that performance.
"It was a really emotional occasion. All the stewards were standing clapping me when I came in, and I didn't know what to do.
"I came here 11 years ago from Preston and when I walked out on the pitch the first time back then a lot of people probably didn't know who I was.
"The chairman took a big gamble. Giving a young British manager an opportunity to work. He needs a lot of credit for that.
"I'm really fortunate to get the reception I got. I am gobsmacked and thankful and humble for what the people of Everton have shown me.

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First Published: May 13 2013 | 9:40 AM IST

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