Everton Faces Doncaster in Carabao Cup Amidst Difficult Start to the Season

Everton Football Club is set to encounter League Two side, Doncaster Rovers, on Tuesday evening in the second round of the Carabao Cup. This matchup comes after a challenging start to the Premier League season, where Everton has yet to secure a win.

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The Blues, managed by Sean Dyche, are hoping to capitalize on the cup opportunity to turn their fortunes around. Following a disheartening 3-0 loss to Brighton and a 4-0 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur, the team is under pressure to perform in the cup competition.

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Currently, Everton’s injury list includes Seamus Coleman, James Garner, Jarrad Branthwaite, Nathan Patterson, and Youssef Chermiti, all of whom are not expected to return before the international break in September. However, Ashley Young is back in contention after serving a suspension.

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In goal, Asmir Begovic may make his return to the starting lineup, though Joao Virginia also has experience from last season’s cup matches. The defensive setup might feature Roman Dixon at right back, with Jake O’Brien likely to start in place of Michael Keane, depending on James Tarkowski‘s fitness.

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Vitaliy Mykolenko is expected to remain at left back, with options limited in that area. The midfield is likely to include Idrissa Gueye and Tim Iroegbunam, with Harrison Armstrong potentially earning his first start after an impressive pre-season.

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On the wings, Iliman Ndiaye and Jesper Lindstrom are favorites to start, while Beto is anticipated to lead the attack. Dyche’s strategy aims to incorporate several new signings and promising academy players to revitalize the squad and win the cup match.