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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.