Everton won 3-2 at Wolves on Saturday as David Moyes’ new-look attack flourished and the Toffees then held on to secure back-to-back wins.
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Jack Grealish set up Beto to make it 1-0 but Wolves equalized through Hwang Hee-chan, however Iliman Ndiaye deservedly made it 2-1 to Everton before the break.
At the start of the second half the excellent Grealish set up Kieran Dewsbury-Hall to smash home a stunner and make it 3-1, but Rodrigo Gomes did pull one back for Wolves who pushed for an equalizer late on but couldn’t find it.
The win moves David Moyes’ Everton on to six points from three games, while Wolves have lost all three of their opening games as fears over a relegation scrap grow for Vitor Pereira’s side.
Exciting Everton attack led by rejuvenated Grealish
Jack Grealish has four assists in his first two Premier League games for Everton as he looks rejuvenated, loved and most importantly, is playing in a team that plays to his strengths and with players he can vibe with. The trio of Grealish, Ndiaye and Dewsbury-Hall were moving as one and running off and beyond Beto as the central striker as they interchanged seamlessly. Everton should have won this game by more than one goal and the positive thing is that their new star attacking trio should get better the longer they play together. Grealish will take huge confidence from putting up these numbers in his first two league games for Everton and he seems determined to prove his doubters wrong. David Moyes said he won’t take credit for Grealish’s displays but hailed the England international for playing three games in a week, including the League Cup win against Mansfield Town in midweek. “He is making a big difference. Helping us greatly in lots of ways. Whether it be assists or his presence on the field, lots of things he’s doing is really good. All credit to him. He is playing minutes, he’s not played minutes regularly recently, and wants to do it,” Moyes said. After the win the Everton boss and players all spoke openly about the target for this season being European qualification and for a team which has been battling relegation for many years, that may seem like a lofty ambition. But now that Moyes has such a nice blend of attacking talents, Everton can start to aim higher and know they have the quality to hurt opponents. That hasn’t been the case in recent seasons. With a new stadium, a new-look attack and a new hero in Grealish (he was mobbed by Evertonians after the game as he chucked his shirt into the crowd), things are looking extremely positive for the Toffees.
2 - Jack Grealish is the first ever Everton player to assist 2+ goals in consecutive Premier League appearances for the club. Unleashed. pic.twitter.com/8mGe5UDPx2
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What’s next?
Everton host Aston Villa on Saturday, September 13. Wolves head to Newcastle on the same day.
Wolves vs Everton score: 2-3
Hwang 21', Gomes 79'; Beto 7', Ndiaye 33', Dewsbury-Hall 55'
Wolves vs Everton live updates! — By Joe Prince-Wright
Huge save from Pickford!
Bellegarde’s shot is saved by Jordan Pickford, then the rebound is smashed wide by Gomes. Wolves so close to making it 3-3 in the 94th minute!
Gomes sets up a wild finale!
A cross from the left finds its way all the way through to Rodrigo Gomes and he times his run to perfection to finish. Mykolenko didn’t see him coming. Wolves have 10 minutes plus stoppage time to rescue an unlikely point!
Wolves want a penalty kick...
Hugo Bueno goes down in the box and it looked like he was clipped. VAR has a look but no penalty is given. That is a surprise. Wolves are pushing hard to make it 3-2, but Everton are happy to sit in and hit them on the counter.
What a goal from Dewsbury-Hall!
Splendid from Everton as Gueye wins the ball back and Wolves are so open. Jack Grealish slots in Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and he drills a brilliant strike into the top corner for his first Everton goal. The Toffees are running riot in the rain.
Everton think they have another, but it’s disallowed
A shot from the edge of the box is blocked but it bounces off Agbadou and to Ndiaye and he finishes... however he is clearly offside. No goal. Fast start to the second half from Everton though.
Half time: Wolves 1-2 Everton
What a wild first half in the driving wind and rain. Everton deserve the lead and have looked really dangerous going forward. They should be further ahead and Wolves will take solace they are only one goal behind. The hosts have looked dangerous out wide and can play much better than that first half.
Ndiaye makes it 2-1!
Beto, Grealish and Dewsbury-Hall combine, then Ndiaye is coming in at the back post to finish. Beto did so well to make a nuisance of himself and what a lovely ball from Grealish, who almost scored in the previous attack. Everton are flying!
Hwang equalizes!
Brilliant play on the right from Munetsi as his cross is perfect for the onrushing Hwang and he finishes superbly into the roof of the net to make it 1-1. Pickford had no chance. The cameras pan to Jorgen Strand Larsen in the stands, as he’s not involved today and linked with a move to Newcastle.
Beto gives Everton a deserved early lead!
Everton have started the game so well and they deservedly score to make it 1-0. Wolves just can’t clear and a cross is clipped to the back post. Jack Grealish is there and nods the ball across goal for Beto to finish. Everyone stayed onside. Just. Everton lead and David Moyes looks mildly happy.
Wolves lineup
Sa; Gomes, Bueno, Agbadou; Tchatchoua, Andre, Gomes, Bueno; Munetsi, Arias; Hwang
Everton lineup
Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye, Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, Grealish; Beto
Wolves team news, focus
It’s all about finding the right balance for Pereira with his 3-5-2 formation and Strand Larsen is essential to it. With Newcastle pushing hard to sign him, Wolves must keep hold of the Norwegian forward. Defensively Wolves have looked vulnerable in the opening weeks of the season. The positive vibes from staying up last season have already evaporated.
OUT: Ki-Jana Hoever (knee), Leon Chiwome (knee)
Everton team news, focus
Grealish was superb against Brighton last week, while so too was fellow playmaker Iliman Ndiaye and new central midfielder Kieran Dewsbury-Hall. Moyes has also bought talented teenager Tyler Dibling for up to $60 million and all of a sudden Everton have plenty of attacking options. It will be intriguing to see if Beto starts up top or youngster Thierno Barry keeps his spot in the lineup.
OUT: Jarrad Branthwaite (thigh), Vitaliy Mykolenko (undisclosed), Nathan Patterson (hip) | QUESTIONABLE: Adam Aznou (fitness)
Wolves vs Everton prediction
This has a draw written all over it. Everton will push hard for the win but Wolves will show some spirit. Wolves 1-1 Everton.
Wolves vs Everton preview
Vitor Pereira’s side have lost their opening two games of the Premier League season amid mounting fears they will be embroiled in a season-long relegation scrap. For now they’ve kept hold of star Norwegian striker Jorgen Strand Larsen who is wanted by Newcastle, among others, and he showed his importance by jumping off the bench and scoring twice late on as Wolves beat West Ham 3-2 in the League Cup in midweek.
Everton eased into the League Cup third round too with a win at home against Mansfield, as David Moyes’ side made it two wins from two in their new stadium. They beat Brighton 2-0 last Sunday in impressive fashion on a day of huge celebration for the Toffees faithful. Jack Grealish assisted on both goals against Brighton and a late flurry of deals in the transfer market looks like it will help Everton push for a top 10 finish this season.
How to watch Wolves vs Everton live, stream link and start time
Kick off time: 10am ET Saturday (August 30)
Venue: Molineux — Wolverhampton
TV Channel: Peacock
Streaming: Stream live on Peacock
