“Unbelievable! Everton Icon Breaks a Record No One Has Touched in 147 Years!”

Everton Progress in Carabao Cup with 2-0 Win Over Mansfield Town

Everton secured a spot in the third round of the Carabao Cup with a 2-0 victory against Mansfield Town at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Carlos Alcaraz opened the scoring with a superb right-footed strike into the top corner, while Beto sealed the win with a late second goal.

Fans also got their first glimpse of Tyler Dibling, the club’s new £40 million signing. Introduced in the 60th minute by David Moyes, the youngster impressed during his 30-minute debut, regularly demanding the ball and showing attacking intent.

Seamus Coleman Breaks Historic Club Record

One of the most remarkable moments of the night came quietly—Seamus Coleman made his first appearance of the season, starting at right-back, and in doing so, broke a 147-year club record.

Now in his 17th consecutive season with the Toffees, Coleman becomes the first outfield player in the club’s history to reach that milestone. This achievement also equals Neville Southall’s record for a goalkeeper—a testament to Coleman’s incredible longevity and impact since his £60,000 arrival.

The 36-year-old managed a full 90 minutes, despite playing just 282 minutes across all competitions last season.

Coleman’s Off-Field Influence Remains Crucial

Though nearing the end of his playing career, Coleman continues to play an important role at the club beyond the pitch. Moyes values him not just as a squad player, but as a leader and mentor.

Appointed as a motivational presence in the dressing room, Coleman helps integrate new signings and instill the values of the club.

His influence is considered vital during Everton’s transition to the Hill Dickinson Stadium, which is why Moyes was keen to secure another contract for him this season.

With his current deal set to expire next summer, many expect Coleman to remain part of the setup, likely stepping into a coaching role. Until then, he remains a dependable option behind Jake O’Brien and Nathan Patterson in the right-back pecking order.