Everton have named a youthful starting eleven for Thursday’s Carabao Cup showdown with Newcastle United, hoping a win will keep their cup hopes alive.
Key points
- Everton have introduced two young players, Hayden Hackney and Tyler Dibling, into the starting lineup for a crucial cup tie.
- Injuries and disciplinary issues keep Jarrad Branthwaite and Jack Grealish out of the squad.
- A win against Newcastle would advance Everton to a quarter‑final against Fleetwood Town.
Everton announced their starting eleven for the Carabao Cup fourth‑round tie against Newcastle United, scheduled for Thursday evening at 7.45 pm GMT at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. A victory would set up a quarter‑final clash with Fleetwood Town, according to the club’s official release.
Manager David Moyes made two alterations to the side that faced Arsenal last weekend, dropping Harrison Armstrong and Brennan Johnson in favour of midfielders Hayden Hackney and Tyler Dibling. The changes signal a willingness to give younger players a chance in a knockout setting.
Lineup changes and youth inclusion
Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford will guard the net, backed by a back four of Merlin Röhl, captain James Tarkowski, Jake O'Brien and Vitalii Mykolenko. Jarrad Branthwaite remains sidelined for a second consecutive game while he follows concussion protocols.
In midfield, James Garner and Kiernan Dewsbury‑Hall retain their places, with Hackney joining them centrally. On the flanks, Dibling and Tyrique George will provide width, while Thierno Barry leads the attack up front.
Injuries and disciplinary absences
Jack Grealish is unavailable for selection after a breach of club discipline. The matchday squad also includes substitutes Travers, King, Maitland‑Niles, Keane, Johnson, Nørgaard, Alcaraz, Armstrong and Graham, as listed on Everton’s website.
Reader questions
When and where is the Everton vs Newcastle Carabao Cup match?
The match is set for Thursday at 7.45 pm GMT at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Who are Everton’s goalkeeper and defenders for the game?
Jordan Pickford starts in goal, with a back line of Merlin Röhl, James Tarkowski (captain), Jake O'Brien and Vitalii Mykolenko.
Which players are missing from Everton’s lineup?
Harrison Armstrong and Brennan Johnson were omitted for tactical changes, Jarrad Branthwaite is out due to concussion protocols, and Jack Grealish is unavailable because of a disciplinary breach.
Source: evertonfc.com
