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Everton Hold 1-1 Draw vs Wolves After Two Red Cards

Published 7 January 2026

Everton clung to a 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday night at Hill Dickinson Stadium, despite being reduced to nine men after red cards to Michael Keane and Jack Grealish in a tense Premier League encounter.

The match began with Everton taking the lead in the 17th minute through defender Michael Keane, who rifled in his third goal of the season. The opener stemmed from a deep free kick by James Garner that James Tarkowski headed back into the danger area. Tim Iroegbunam scuffed a shot toward goal, but Keane reacted first on the edge of the six-yard box, turning the ball into the top corner past Wolves goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.

Everton nearly extended their advantage soon after when Keane connected with another Garner set piece, only for his header to strike the post. The home side, managed by David Moyes, appeared in control at halftime, having limited Wolves to few chances despite the visitors' recent upturn in form.

Wolves, sitting at the bottom of the table after a long winless streak, equalized shortly after the hour mark. Substitute Jorgen Strand Larsen, introduced in the 67th minute, played a key role by threading a precise pass through the Everton...

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