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Everton shows early season optimism amid 31-year trophy drought

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Everton shows early season optimism amid 31-year trophy drought

Summary

Everton's unbeaten start to the Premier League season and progress in the Carabao Cup have generated cautious optimism among fans. The mood shift follows a difficult transfer window that saw key player Iliman Ndiaye sold to Manchester City for £65 million and a medical issue scuttle a deal for Falorin Balogun. Manager David Moyes aims to end Everton's lengthy wait for a trophy, with the last coming in 1995. The team remains among the original six in the Premier League never to have dropped out of the top tier, despite a history of near misses and disappointing performances in recent competitions.

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By the Numbers

•Everton's unbeaten start in the Premier League and Carabao Cup.
•Last trophy won was the FA Cup in 1995.
•Iliman Ndiaye sold to Manchester City for £65 million.
•Manager David Moyes aims to break the 31-year drought.
•Everton has never been relegated since 1951.

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7:57 AMYahoo Sports — A 31-year wait for success - but can Everton fans still celebrate?
7:56 AMBBC Sport — A 31-year wait for success - but can Everton fans still celebrate?

What they're saying

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Is supporting Everton a life of misery, or are there still reasons to celebrate? Chief football writer Phil McNulty seeks the answer.
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