Jack Grealish contributed two assists as Everton secured a 3-2 victory over Wolves at Molineux.
Beto, who was brought back into the team, gave David Moyes’ side an early lead. Although Hee-Chan Hwang equalized for Wolves, Everton regained the advantage before halftime with Iliman Ndiaye scoring from close range. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall then extended the lead with a fabulous strike shortly after the break.
Wolves made the closing moments tense, with Rodrigo Gomes coming off the bench to score, nearly equalizing in stoppage time. However, it wasn’t meant to be for Vitor Pereira’s team, who have now lost all three of their matches in the Premier League.
Grealish’s creativity was crucial; he assisted the first goal, played a key role in the second, and registered his fourth assist in just two Premier League games for the third goal. His name echoed among the Everton fans as they celebrated their rise to fifth place.
Player of the Match: Jack Grealish
Despite three Everton players scoring, some may be surprised to see Grealish named player of the match. However, his standout ability is undeniable. He assisted two goals, bringing his season total to four, which is already double what he achieved in his last two seasons at Manchester City. If he continues to play regularly, he could very well be at the top of the Premier League assists list by season’s end.
Moyes: Grealish Is Better Than I Expected
When asked about Grealish’s development, Moyes stated, “This is all down to Jack and his determination to improve. Everyone has something to prove. He’s showing it now.” He continued, “The biggest compliment I can give him is that he’s exceeded my expectations. He’s not just an attacker; he’s also contributing defensively.” Moyes concluded that both Grealish and Dewsbury-Hall, having come from top clubs, are fitting in well at Everton.
Analysis: Wolves Lack Quality
Wolves are currently near the bottom of the Premier League table, with their three losses raising concerns about their chances of staying up this season. The absence of key players like Matheus Cunha and Rayan Ait-Nouri is evident, and while they attempted to equalize, the truth is that a point would have been unearned. Relying on long balls to Sasa Kalajdzic highlights their struggles, especially in lacking creativity in attack.
Pereira: Tough Season Ahead
During the press conference, Pereira addressed the fans’ frustrations, stating, “They want to help the team. We need more players in attack and midfield.” He empathized with supporters, expressing his own dissatisfaction, particularly with the team’s performance not reflecting their effort in training.
