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title: "Everton 1-0 Wolves: Alcaraz sends Toffees into Carabao Cup fourth round"
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published: "2026-09-16T20:48:38Z"
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# Everton 1-0 Wolves: Alcaraz sends Toffees into Carabao Cup fourth round

Everton are through. A 1-0 win over Wolves at Hill Dickinson Stadium sends them into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. This update, published on 23 September 2026, confirms the final result and runs through the key moments from a tight, tense cup tie. Charly Alcaraz settled the everton vs wolves contest with a late winner, sending David Moyes’s side through to the next round.

## Updated introduction: Everton advance past Wolves in Carabao Cup

Everton’s place in round four is now confirmed. The win keeps their Carabao Cup campaign alive and adds another chapter to a fixture with plenty of [history with Wolves](https://readeverton.com/everton-wolves-history-head-to-head-seven-facts/). It was scrappy and cagey for long spells. Only in the closing stages did it break open.

Supporters who followed team news beforehand can revisit the [pre-match predicted lineups](https://readeverton.com/everton-vs-wolves-predicted-lineups-carabao-cup/) to see how closely Moyes’s selection matched expectations. The headline moment belonged to Alcaraz. His 79th-minute strike proved decisive.

## First-half pressure framed by Virginia saves at Hill Dickinson Stadium

Everton created the better chances in the opening 45 minutes. They could not find a breakthrough. Joao Virginia, once on Everton’s own books, produced a string of saves to keep the scoreline level.

The former Everton goalkeeper denied [defender O’Brien](https://readeverton.com/obrien-could-still-leave-everton-but-suitors-need-to-move-quickly/), [Hayden Hackney](https://readeverton.com/squad/hayden-hackney/) and [Jack Grealish](https://readeverton.com/squad/jack-grealish/) in quick succession. [Thierno Barry](https://readeverton.com/squad/thierno-barry/) also went close, heading over from close range when it looked easier to score. Virginia’s form kept Wolves in the tie and left Everton searching for a way through.

## Pickford denial and Moyes changes alter second-half momentum

The second half brought its own moment of alarm. Wolves substitute Adam Armstrong broke clear. [Jordan Pickford](https://readeverton.com/squad/jordan-pickford/) met him with a smart save, a stop that preserved the goalless scoreline at a crucial point.

Moyes reacted just before the hour mark. He replaced Barry with [Brennan Johnson](https://readeverton.com/squad/brennan-johnson/), seeking fresh legs and more directness up front. Johnson almost made an immediate impact but was denied by Virginia again, the Wolves goalkeeper continuing his busy night’s work.

## Alcaraz strikes late to secure Everton victory

With 11 minutes remaining, Everton finally broke the deadlock. Tyler Dibling picked out Charly Alcaraz, who curled a fine finish past Virginia to give Everton the lead they had threatened for much of the match.

The goal settled the tie. Hill Dickinson Stadium erupted. Alcaraz’s composure in front of goal proved the difference in a game that had otherwise been short on clear-cut chances, capping a productive night for Everton against Wolves.

## Everton vs Wolves on TV: Where the Carabao Cup match was broadcast

Fans wanting full coverage of how and where to watch the tie can find the confirmed channel and streaming information in our dedicated [TV details and match guide](https://readeverton.com/everton-vs-wolves-tv-channel-stream-carabao-cup/). That guide covers kick-off time, broadcaster and live stream options tied to this fixture.

This report focuses on the action itself rather than broadcast arrangements. Readers after viewing details should head to the linked guide for the most accurate, up-to-date information.

## What happens next

Everton now move into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. Their next opponents will be confirmed by the competition draw. Moyes will have decisions to make on team selection again, having already shown a willingness to freshen things up during this tie.

Attention now turns to round four. Alcaraz’s winner offers a timely confidence boost. You can also read the [original Carabao Cup match report](https://readeverton.com/everton-wolves-carabao-cup-alcaraz-match-report/) for the initial reporting on this fixture.