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Everton's young players shine in EFL Cup amid Grealish absence

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Everton's young players shine in EFL Cup amid Grealish absence
Summary

Everton's youngsters played a key role in their EFL Cup victory over Newcastle at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Thursday. Jack Grealish was dropped from the squad due to an unauthorized training absence, raising concerns ahead of the match. Hayden Hackney, a summer signing, assisted one goal and scored another, while Thierno Barry also contributed significantly. With a lack of experienced options, Everton's young players are increasingly crucial to the team's success this season.

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By the Numbers
  • •Everton faces Fleetwood in cup quarter-finals next round
  • •Hackney assisted one goal and scored another
  • •Grealish dropped due to training issues
  • •Average age of starting XI drops to 26 years
  • •Barry involved in 62.5% of Everton's big chances
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  • 7:19 AMYahoo Sports — No Grealish, no cry - the rise of Everton's youngsters
  • 7:19 AMBBC Sport — No Grealish, no cry - the rise of Everton's youngsters
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BBC Sport examines the growing influence of Everton's youngsters on their chances of success this season.

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BBC Sport examines the growing influence of Everton's youngsters on their chances of success this season.

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