Match Summary
Brighton & Hove Albion Women edged past Everton Women 1-0 in a Barclays Women's Super League encounter at Goodison Park on Friday, 23 January 2026. Jelena Cankovic’s first-half strike proved decisive, compounding Everton’s miserable home form this campaign.
Decisive Moment
The lone goal arrived in the 41st minute following a defensive error by Everton’s Martina Fernandez. After misplaying a pass in her own half, Brighton’s Kiko Seike pounced on the loose ball, dribbled past Fernandez, and set up Cankovic for a calm finish into the net.
Everton's Struggles
The result marks Everton’s sixth consecutive WSL defeat at Goodison Park since relocating to the historic venue at the start of the season. Despite occasional attacking promise, the Toffees failed to convert chances, leaving them anchored near the bottom of the table.
Broader Context
Brighton, meanwhile, climbed the standings with their third away win of the season. The victory highlighted their clinical edge, with Cankovic’s goal underscoring her growing influence in the squad.
Comments (0)
Leave a Comment
Be the first to comment on this article!