U21s start with defeat at West Brom

Lyndon Lloyd , 19 August, 4comments | Jump to most recent

Everton began life in the new U21 Premier League with defeat at West Bromwich Albion.

A side boasting the likes of Ross Barkley, Apostolos Vellios, Francisco Junior and Shane Duffy went down to a 3-1 defeat, the Irish defender getting a late consolation after a brace by Saido Berahino and a goal by Chris Wood had the put the Baggies in course for victory.

Everton U-21s:Taudul; Browning, Garbutt, Duffy, Bidwell; Kelly (55' Long), Lundstram, Barkley; Junior, Vellios, Forrester.
Subs not Used: Springthorpe, Touray, Hammar, Jones

Quotes or other material sourced from Grand Old Team

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Michael Kenrick
1 Posted 19/08/2012 at 21:10:26

So I would expect that neither Barkley nor Junior will get a look-in on Monday...

Ryan Rosenberg
2 Posted 20/08/2012 at 06:46:23

Just what I was thinking Michael. Bit alarming that our U21's can't beat the baggies. Did anybody watch this game?

Glen Anderson
3 Posted 20/08/2012 at 18:37:39

I didn't watch the game but I know that Saido Berahino was first choice England striker up front for the England U19s last season. I suppose a fast, decent striker can play havoc with a reserve team defence at any level.

Matt Garen
4 Posted 21/08/2012 at 09:34:47

Quite right, Michael, nor should they have. With the signings of Pienaar, Mirallas and Naismith the likes of Ross and Junior can develop in this side until such time their performances mean they cannot be ignored any further. If that situation does not materialise then it's down to them.

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