Thierno Barry scored three goals and provided an assist in Everton's comprehensive 4-0 victory over Preston at Deepdale, securing the Toffees' place in the third round of the EFL Cup. Noah Anyadike, 15 years old, the youngest player in the competition's history, made history in 2022.
A decisive hat-trick for Barry
Thierno Barry was the standout figure in the match, with a hat-trick and an assist. His impact was crucial in Everton's qualification for the next round of the EFL Cup. Deepdale Stadium witnessed a display of Everton's strength as they dominated Preston without contest. Barry's performance is part of a positive trend for Everton, who are confirming their ambition to shine in domestic competitions. Preston, on the other hand, failed to withstand the pressure from the opposing team.
Everton confirms its dominance in the EFL Cup
With this victory, Everton continues its journey in the EFL Cup and will now face an opponent in the Round of 16. The team's collective and individual performance was praised, particularly thanks to Barry's contributions. Preston, struggling throughout the match, failed to find solutions to equalize. Everton, which had already won its first match of the competition, confirms its good form at the start of the season. Technical quality and offensive efficiency made the difference against an opponent lacking in creativity.
Preston struggles against Everton's power
Despite a few chances, Preston failed to capitalize on them. The home team was quickly overwhelmed by the pace set by Everton, who exploited the spaces left by a too-permissive Preston defense. The 4-0 scoreline reflects this one-sided dominance. This defeat comes at a difficult time for Preston, who will need to analyze their shortcomings to bounce back. Everton, on the other hand, can celebrate this qualification and approach the rest of the competition with confidence.
Fréderic Manet · 27 août 2026 · 2 min de lecture
