# Everton FC competitive performance

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/everton-fc-competitive-performance
> Updated: 2026-09-28T07:56:56.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Everton has experienced a period of strong performance across domestic competitions. The club secured a place in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup following a 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, decided by an 80th-minute goal from substitute Carlos Alcaraz.

In the Premier League, the team has maintained an unbeaten start to the season. While statistical analysis suggests the club has allowed a high volume of shots, they have recorded five clean sheets in seven games, a performance attributed to strong defending and the shot-stopping abilities of goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. This recent form has provided a shift in mood for the fanbase following a difficult period involving a challenging transfer window.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Everton maintains unbeaten start in Premier League

Everton remains unbeaten in the Premier League and has reached the Carabao Cup fourth round, driven by strong defensive performances despite high expected goals against metrics.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/everton-maintains-unbeaten-start-in-premier-league

### 2026-09-16: Everton defeats Wolverhampton Wanderers to reach Carabao Cup fourth round

Everton advanced to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup after defeating Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0, thanks to an 80th-minute goal from substitute Carlos Alcaraz.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/everton-defeats-wolverhampton-wanderers-to-reach-carabao-cup-fourth-round

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