Everton have secured the final place in the Carabao Cup 2026/2027 quarter-finals after beating Newcastle United 3-1. The victory at Hill Dickinson Stadium completed the list of eight teams still fighting for the trophy.
David Moyes’ side delivered a strong performance on Friday, October 30, 2026. The Toffees scored twice before half-time and added another goal after the break. Newcastle managed a late reply, but it was not enough to change the result.
Everton will now face Fleetwood Town in the last eight. The League Two side also made headlines after knocking out Premier League champions Arsenal in the previous round.
Everton Beat Newcastle to Reach the Last Eight
Everton controlled much of the game against Newcastle. James Garner opened the scoring in the 34th minute with a well-taken finish inside the penalty area.
The home side then increased their lead before half-time. Hayden Hackney found the net to score his first goal for Everton since joining from Middlesbrough.
The club signed the midfielder for £16 million during the summer transfer window. His goal gave Everton an important advantage heading into the second half.
Newcastle struggled to stop Everton’s attacking play after the break. Thierno Barry made it 3-0 in the 69th minute after receiving a cross from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
The goal also marked Barry’s seventh strike of the season.
Newcastle finally found the net in the 89th minute. Dan Burn scored with a header to reduce the deficit to two goals.
However, Everton held on to secure a 3-1 victory and book their place in the quarter-finals.
Jack Grealish Misses Everton’s Victory
Everton secured the win without Jack Grealish in their squad.
The winger, who joined on loan from Manchester City, missed the match following a disciplinary issue. Reports stated that he had skipped a training session without permission.
His absence did not affect Everton’s performance against Newcastle. Moyes’ players showed strong attacking intent and took their chances throughout the match.
The result also gave Everton another chance to chase a major trophy. The club have never won the English League Cup.
Their last major trophy came in 1995, when they lifted the FA Cup. Reaching the Carabao Cup quarter-finals gives the Toffees another opportunity to end that long wait.
Fleetwood Town Await Everton in the Quarter-Finals
Everton will meet Fleetwood Town in the next round of the competition.
Fleetwood compete in League Two and currently sit 18th in the table. Despite their position, the club have enjoyed an impressive cup run.
Their biggest result came in the previous round. Fleetwood knocked out Arsenal, the reigning Premier League champions, to reach the last eight.
That result makes their upcoming meeting with Everton particularly interesting. The League Two side will now face another Premier League opponent as they continue their cup journey.
Everton, meanwhile, will need to avoid underestimating their next opponents. The Toffees know that cup competitions can produce unexpected results.
Eight Clubs Qualify for the Carabao Cup Quarter-Finals
With Everton securing the final spot, the quarter-final line-up for the 2026/2027 Carabao Cup is now complete.
Eight clubs remain in the competition. They come from different levels of English football and will compete for a place in the semi-finals.
Here are all eight quarter-finalists:
- Fleetwood Town
- Manchester City
- Bradford City
- Crystal Palace
- Sunderland
- Liverpool
- Bournemouth
- Everton
The line-up includes several Premier League clubs alongside teams from the lower divisions.
Fleetwood Town and Bradford City will carry the hopes of lower-league football into the next round. Their presence also adds an interesting element to this season’s competition.
Carabao Cup Quarter-Final Fixtures and Schedule
The organisers have scheduled all four quarter-final matches for December 15, 2026.
However, the official kick-off times had not been announced as of Friday morning, October 30.
Here is the complete quarter-final schedule:
| Match | Date |
|---|---|
| Fleetwood Town vs Everton | December 15, 2026 |
| Manchester City vs Bradford City | December 15, 2026 |
| Crystal Palace vs Sunderland | December 15, 2026 |
| Liverpool vs Bournemouth | December 15, 2026 |
Each match will decide which clubs move one step closer to the Carabao Cup trophy.
Everton will face a difficult test against Fleetwood, while Manchester City will meet Bradford City. Crystal Palace will take on Sunderland, and Liverpool will face Bournemouth.
The exact kick-off times remain subject to official confirmation.
Everton Have a Chance to End Their Trophy Drought
Everton’s victory over Newcastle gives the club fresh hope in the Carabao Cup. The Toffees now have a place among the final eight teams and can focus on their next challenge.
Their history makes this cup run even more important. Everton have not lifted a major trophy since winning the FA Cup in 1995.
However, Fleetwood Town will not make the next round easy. Their win over Arsenal has already shown that they can compete against top-flight opposition.
With four quarter-final ties set for December 15, the race for the Carabao Cup is entering an important stage. Everton must now turn their Newcastle victory into further progress if they want to move closer to their first League Cup title.
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