Everton Edge Nottingham Forest on Penalties to Claim League Cup Bonus Point
The bonus-point shootout keeps Everton’s group campaign alive after a shaky start.
Overview
- The match at Goodison Park finished 1-1, with Aimee Claypole converting a penalty before Kelly Gago equalised minutes later.
- Everton won the shootout 4-3, capped by Maz Pacheco’s decisive spot-kick.
- Goalkeeper Emily Ramsey made important saves in open play and denied two Forest attempts in the shootout.
- This was Everton’s second Group A fixture after an opening loss to Manchester City, making the extra point especially valuable.
- After two rounds, Nottingham Forest are second in the group and Everton are third, underscoring the WSL 2 side’s strong showing.