Everton won 4-0 against Preston in the Carabao Cup, with Thierno Barry scoring a hat-trick. This confident performance reflects David Moyes' mission for the tournament.
What led to the win
Thierno Barry's hat-trick was a key factor in Everton's victory. He signed for Everton in 2025 and has been making a significant impact on the team.
The impact of new signings
Brennan Johnson, who was signed from Crystal Palace without a transfer fee, scored his first goal for Everton. Crystal Palace had paid £35m for Johnson, but he had 26 games for the club without scoring.
The team's performance
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall had an outstanding performance, and Tyler Dibling made his seventh start for Everton. Everton paid £35m for Tyler Dibling, showing the club's investment in young talent.
Looking ahead
Everton will play Wolves in the third round of the Carabao Cup. Wolves eliminated Everton at the same stage last year, so this will be a key match for the team. Currently, Everton is 4th in the Premier League, with 3 points from 1 game, and a recent form of W. The team's next fixture is against Bournemouth on 2026-08-29.
The manager's perspective
David Moyes said: "I loved being back" after the match. Moyes managed Preston for 234 games and played for the club for 194 games. He left Preston for Everton over 24 years ago. The current squad The team's current squad can be found on our squad page. Everton's last trophy was in 1995, and the team is looking to make a strong run in the Carabao Cup this year. With the current league standing and recent form, Everton is looking to continue their winning streak.
