Mykolenko Gets 7, Garner With 6 | Everton Players Rated In Disappointing Loss Vs Chelsea

Everton took on Chelsea at Hill Dickinson Stadium, playing in a Premier League match. The Toffees started well, but remained scoreless at halftime. Pedro Neto scored twice for Chelsea in the second half, leading to a 2-0 defeat for Everton. This report assesses the performance of each Everton player in the match.

Backline defender Ainsley Maitland-Niles earned a 6/10 rating. While he cleared lines effectively, he contributed little offensively. Center back James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite both received a 6.5/10 rating for their defensive efforts and ball control. However, Branthwaite struggled to contain Pedro Neto.

Midfielders James Garner and Harrison Armstrong earned 6/10 ratings. Garner put in a strong defensive performance, but lacked creativity in front of the goal. Armstrong made crucial clearances but failed to influence the game offensively.

Right back Merlin Rohl received a 6.5/10 rating for his energetic play and two promising chances in the final third. Left winger Jack Grealish, who also scored, received a 6.5/10 rating. He was effective on the left flank but lacked finishing ability in front of the goal. Striker Thierno Barry also scored a goal but received a 6.5/10 rating for his two promising runs and lack of clinical finishing.