Everton (5)1-1(6) Southampton: Match Recap | The Bleakness Continues

Everton’s winless run extends to nine after a dramatic penalty shootout defeat to Southampton in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

The Toffees took the lead through Demarai Gray’s deflected effort in the first half, but Southampton equalised through Sekou Mara’s header just after the hour mark. The match went to penalties, and Southampton won 6-5 after Everton’s Tom Davies missed the decisive spot-kick.

The defeat is another setback for Everton, who are now winless in nine matches in all competitions.

Southampton, meanwhile, will be delighted to have reached the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup for the first time since 2017.

Everton started the match brightly and took the lead in the 28th minute.

Gray cut inside from the left flank and fired a shot towards goal. The ball took a deflection off Southampton defender Lyanco and looped over goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu.

Everton had chances to extend their lead in the first half, but Abdoulaye Doucoure and Neal Maupay both missed good opportunities.

Southampton improved after the break and equalised in the 66th minute.

Mara headed home a cross from Romain Perraud to make it 1-1.

The match went to penalties after extra time, and Southampton won 6-5.

James Ward-Prowse scored the winning penalty for Southampton, while Tom Davies missed the decisive spot-kick for Everton.

The defeat is a major setback for Everton, who are now winless in nine matches in all competitions.

Southampton, meanwhile, will be delighted to have reached the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup for the first time since 2017.

The match was played in front of a crowd of 49,312 at Goodison Park.

It was a disappointing night for Everton, but Southampton will be delighted to have reached the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.