Jake O’Brien, the centre-back from Ireland, demonstrated a confident performance in his inaugural game for Everton, with the Premier League team demonstrating their strength over the League Two’s Doncaster Rovers, achieving a 3-0 win in the second round of the EFL Cup. In addition, Séamus Coleman kicked off at right-back, contributing towards Everton’s first score of the season with a first-time strike shortly after the second half began. Despite claims from Dwight McNeil that he touched the ball, it was Tim Iroegbunam’s kick that put their team ahead.
Subsequent to their initial goal of the season, Iliman Ndiaye showcased his energy with swift moves to add a second goal, which was later polished off by Beto securing a third goal. Their win was not just a success on the field but also served as motivation prior to playing against Bournemouth.
Meanwhile at Brighton, Mark O’Mahony was a substitute and Evan Ferguson made his return after a long spell of absence due to injury, providing a lift for Heimir Hallgrímsson in light of the Nations League matches against England and Greece next month. The Seagulls had a successful game against Crawley Town, winning 4-0.
Elsewhere, Andrew Moran took to the field for Stoke City, contributing to their decisive 5-0 victory against Middlesbrough on opposing territory.