Everton beat Wolves to advance to the League Cup round of 16 and eliminate their opponent.

Thanh Vinh•September 16, 2026 21:07

Alcaraz's 80th-minute goal helped Everton beat Wolves 1-0 at Hill Dickinson Stadium, securing their place in the League Cup round of 16 and eliminating their opponents in the round of 16.

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  • 0'The match has started.

    Everton will host Wolves.

  • 10'Jackson Tchatchoua received an early yellow card.

    Right at the 10th minute,Jackson TchatchouaWolves received a yellow card from the referee after a foul. This early warning will force the player to play more cautiously for the remainder of the League Cup Round of 16 match.

  • 11'Jack Grealish received a yellow card.

    In the 11th minute, it's their turn.Jack GrealishEverton received a yellow card from the referee after a foul. The League Cup round of 16 match heated up quickly from the start with both sides engaging in fierce clashes.

  • 15 minutesA tense and cautious game.

    After the first 15 minutes, the match was still proceeding at a moderate pace as both sides were quite cautious. The ball possession rate was at a certain level.48% - 52%The odds slightly favor the away team, while the number of shots on goal has only reached...1 - 1and neither side has had a shot on target yet.0 - 0.

  • 28'The game was a stalemate with few opportunities.

    Nearly half an hour of play has passed.EvertonDespite dominating possession with 60% - 40%, they were unable to create any breakthroughs against Wolves' disciplined defense. Both teams played tightly, resulting in a 1-1 shootout and no shots on target (0-0).

  • 38'Wolves make early adjustments to their attack.

    In the 38th minute, Wolves unexpectedly made an early substitution whenAdam ArmstrongHe was brought onto the field to replace the previous player.Raúl JiménezWith the match currently tied 0-0 and the visitors having less possession, the fresh attacking options are expected to help Wolves improve their pressure.

  • 40'Everton are proactively putting pressure on Everton.

    Approaching the end of the first half, Everton were still in control with 57% possession - 43%, and 3-0 corners. The home team had 4-2 more shots on goal than Wolves, but the deadlock remained unbroken with the score still at 0-0.

  • 45'Wolves made a personnel change at the end of the first half.

    In the 45th minute, Wolves made an involuntary substitution whenYacouba Nasser Djigawas brought onto the field to replaceLadislav KrejčíWith Everton pressing them and yet to register a single shot on target, Djiga's appearance was expected to help the visitors hold their ground until halftime.

  • 45'End of the first half

    The first half ended with a score of 0-0.

  • 46'The second half has begun.

    The second half has begun.

  • 52'Everton increased the pressure in search of the opening goal.

    At the start of the second half, Everton continued to take the initiative with more possession.60% - 40%Against Wolves, the home team pressed relentlessly and unleashed a superior number of shots.8 - 2(hit the target)3 - 0), while also creating pressure from corner kicks.4 - 0However, Wolves' net remains untouched.

  • 58'Everton revamps their attack with Brennan Johnson.

    58th minute,Evertonimplement personnel changes whenBrennan Johnsonwas brought onto the field as a substitute forThierno BarryWith the match still tied 0-0, Johnson's appearance was expected to help the home team create a breakthrough against Wolves.

  • 63'Wolves revamp their midfield with Bellegarde.

    In the 63rd minute, Wolves made a substitution whenJean-Ricner Bellegardewas brought on as a substitute.Jordan JamesThe away team is under pressure with only 39% possession and hopes this adjustment will help improve their game, given that the score remains 0-0.

  • 64'Everton pressed forward but were unable to break the deadlock.

    In the 64th minute, Everton were still in control with a dominant 61% - 39% possession record against Wolves. The home team continuously applied pressure, having a superior number of shots (11 - 3) and 6 - 1 corners, but the opening goal remained elusive, with the score still 0-0.

  • 74'Kieran Trippier came on to reinforce Wolves' squad.

    In the 74th minute, Wolves decided to refresh their wing position by launching an attack.Kieran Trippiercame onto the field as a substitute forJackson TchatchouaThe player who left the Tchatchoua stadium earlier had already received an early yellow card, so this substitution may have been aimed at providing security and experience to the visiting team's defense in the final stages of the match.

  • 74'Wolves revamp their attack with Bertrand Traoré.

    In the 74th minute, Wolves made a personnel change, withdrawing...Tawanda Chirewatake a break to make room forBertrand TraoréWith the match currently tied 0-0, Traoré's appearance is expected to help the visiting team improve their attacking pressure.

  • 76'Everton dominated but haven't scored yet.

    In the 76th minute, Everton continued to exert intense pressure to break the deadlock, holding 62% of the ball possession. The home team completely dominated in terms of shots on goal with 14 to 4 (5 to 1 on target), however, Wolves held firm thanks to their solid defense to maintain the 0-0 scoreline.

  • 77'Everton revamp their attack with Tyrique George.

    In the 77th minute, Everton made a substitution whenTyrique Georgewas brought onto the field to replaceJack GrealishWith the score still 0-0 in the knockout match, the home team's coach hoped this fresh approach would create a breakthrough and break through Wolves' defense.

  • 77'Everton strengthens their midfield.

    77th minute,Evertonexercise the right to substitute whenCharly AlcarazHe was brought on to replace Hayden Hackney. The home team is leading 1-0 and completely dominating the game with 61% - 39% possession against Wolves.

  • 80'Charly Alcaraz opened the scoring for Everton.

    In the 80th minute, the deadlock was finally broken whenCharly AlcarazHe finished accurately after receiving an assist.Tyler Dibling, giving Everton a 1-0 lead. The goal accurately reflected the situation on the pitch, with the home team dominating possession and constantly putting pressure on Wolves' goal.

  • 88'Everton dominated in the final minutes.

    In the 88th minute, Everton still completely dominated the match with a superior possession rate of 61% - 39%. The home team continuously pressured Wolves with 16 shots on goal and 6 corners, forcing them to focus almost entirely on defending to limit further goals.

  • 90+1'Thomas Doyle received a yellow card in injury time.

    90+1 minuteThomas DoyleThe Wolves player received a yellow card from the referee after a foul aimed at stopping an opponent. With his team trailing 0-1 and time running out, the midfielder lost his composure due to impatience.

  • KTFinal score: Everton 1-0 Wolves

    The match ended with a score of 1-0.

Updated at 03:40 on September 17, 2026

Official lineup
Everton
Diagram4-2-3-1Coach D. Moyes
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Diagram4-2-3-1Coach César Peixoto
1
J. Pickford
2
Maitland-Niles
15
O'Brien
5
M. Keane
16
V. Mykolenko
30
H. Hackney
37
J. Garner
20
T. Dibling
8
Dewsbury-Hall
10
J. Grealish
11
T. Barry
13
João Virginia
38
J. Tchatchoua
24
Toti Gomes
37
L. Krejčí
33
G. Konan
12
B. Traoré
8
J. James
20
T. Doyle
14
S. Neave
23
T. Chirewa
9
R. Jiménez
Reserves
Everton
24C. Alcaraz4Branthwaite19Tyrique George58B. Graham22B. Johnson31T. King6J. Tarkowski12M. Travers76Malik Olayiwola
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3Hugo Bueno34N. Djiga36M. Mane5M. Munetsi26J. Ruddy11B. Traoré2K. Trippier27J. Bellegarde10A. Armstrong
Team lineup updated at 01:19 on 17/09/2026
EvertonStatisticalMillennium
62%
Ball control
38%
16
Finish
6
6
Hit the target.
2
6
Corner kick
2
13
Committing a foul
13
2
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1
2
Goalkeeper makes a save.
5
Outstanding player
C. Alcaraz
C. Alcaraz
Everton
1 table
T. Dibling
T. Dibling
Everton
1 construction · score 7.7
M. Keane
M. Keane
Everton
Score 7.52
J. O'Brien
O'Brien
Everton
Score 7.49
K. Dewsbury-Hall
Dewsbury-Hall
Everton
Score 7.4
A. Maitland-Niles
Maitland-Niles
Everton
Score 7.27

The match between Everton and Wolves at 1:45 AM on September 17, 2026, at Hill Dickinson Stadium, takes place under conditions where there is no room for long-term calculations. Entering the Round of 16 in a knockout format, the line between success and failure is simply a matter of one outcome: the winner advances, while the loser is immediately eliminated.

Pressure from the life-or-death format

The knockout nature of this match makes it a high-stakes gamble for both teams. With no chance of correction and no points or ranking to improve, even the smallest tactical error on the pitch could have serious consequences. Both Everton and Wolves will have to prioritize safety and composure in crucial moments.

The current form of both sides

Wolves enter this match with considerable confidence after winning their last two games. Their recent two-game winning streak is clear evidence of their momentum and the effectiveness of their playing style. Maintaining this positive pace will be a crucial weapon in putting pressure on the Merseyside side.

Meanwhile, Everton also managed to get the necessary psychological preparation thanks to their victory in their last match. Although their winning streak hasn't been as long as their opponent's, the recent positive result has boosted the morale of the team at Hill Dickinson Stadium ahead of this crucial clash.

The balance of power from confrontations

Recent head-to-head history provides an interesting statistical basis. In the last five meetings between the two sides, Everton has held a slight advantage with two wins, two draws, and only one defeat against Wolves. The difference is not significant, reflecting the close nature of matches whenever these two clubs clash.

While Everton have the home advantage and a slightly better recent head-to-head record, Wolves' consistent results in recent matches favor them. With both teams holding their own advantages, the game promises to be a tense and closely contested affair, where only cool-headed finishing will secure the victory.

History of confrontationslast 5 matches
Everton · 2 wins2 drawsWolves · 1 win
08/01/2026
Everton
1 - 1
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Peace
24/09/2025
Millennium
2 - 0
Everton
WOL
30/08/2025
Millennium
2 - 3
Everton
EVE
09/03/2025
Millennium
1 - 1
Everton
Peace
05/12/2024
Everton
4 - 0
Millennium
EVE
Everton
last 5 matches
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1
Match
1-0-0
THB
4
Note (TB 4.0)
0
Conceding a goal
Millennium
last 5 matches
THBTT
2
Match
2-0-0
THB
5
Note (TB 2.5)
0
Conceding a goal

*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).

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