epl-en : Everton vs Luton Town, 2023-09-30

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30/09/2023 18h03

Luton Town produced a stunning upset as they defeated Everton 2-1 in the English Premier League clash at Goodison Park. The attendance for the match was not provided.

The visitors took the lead in the 24th minute when Tom Lockyer scored from close range following a corner. Luton doubled their advantage in the 31st minute as Carlton Morris found the back of the net with a shot from the center of the box, assisted by Alfie Doughty. Everton managed to pull one back before halftime, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin scoring in the 41st minute from a set-piece situation.

Despite Everton's efforts in the second half, they were unable to find an equalizer, and Luton held on to secure an impressive victory. The result left Everton fans disappointed and frustrated, with many taking to social media to express their disbelief at the team's performance.

Some posts sarcastically pointed out Everton's tendency to give lesser opponents their first win, while others criticized the team's inconsistency and questioned their commitment to making their fans miserable. There were also discussions about Luton's unexpected win and their potential to impact the league table.

The match statistics showed that Luton had a lower expected goals (xG) ratio than Everton (0.95 vs 3.13), highlighting the surprising nature of their victory. Social media posts also referenced Luton's low points total and the possibility of them overtaking Chelsea, who had struggled in the league.

Amidst the disappointment, some Everton fans expressed their hope for Luton's success and applauded their win. Others highlighted the need for Everton to strengthen their squad and criticized the club's ownership.

Next, Everton will face AFC Bournemouth, and Luton Town will take on Burnley in their respective upcoming matches.

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