Charly Alcaraz scores late winner for Everton against Wolves

Charly Alcaraz scored an 80th-minute goal to give Everton a 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup third round on September 16, 2026. The match took place at Hill Dickinson Stadium, where Everton's performance was boosted by making nine changes to Wolves' starting lineup. Alcaraz, a substitute who scored just three minutes after entering, helped maintain Everton's unbeaten start to the season. Wolves faced challenges, including an early injury to key player Raul Jimenez, who was replaced shortly after kickoff. Everton now advances to the fourth round of the Cup.