Everton, currently 13th in the Premier League with 49 points from the final 2025 table, played out a 0-0 draw with Bolton Wanderers in a friendly match.
What happened?
The match saw both teams create chances, but neither could find the back of the net. Everton named a fairly strong side featuring the likes of Jarrad Branthwaite, James Tarkowski, Dwight McNeil, and Thierno Barry. Bolton started brightly, with Thierry Gale having the first sight at goal, but the winger couldn’t keep his strike down after cutting in from the left.
Why it matters for Everton
The draw comes as Everton prepares for the upcoming season, looking to improve on their recent form of 0W-1D-4L, with their last result being a 1-0 loss to Tottenham on May 24, 2026. Everton's next fixture is against Chelsea at home on October 17, 2026, and they will be looking to get back to winning ways.
What comes next?
With the new season approaching, Everton will be looking to build on this performance and get some wins under their belt. The team is currently 36 points behind leaders Arsenal, but they will be focusing on their own game and looking to climb the table. As of now, Everton has scored 47 goals and conceded 50, with a goal difference of -3. The team will be looking to improve on this record and make a strong start to the new season.
