Everton vs. Lille - News - August 15, 2026

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Olivier Giroud - Reassuring news on knee Giroud is expected to be available for the season opener against Angers after his knee scare in Saturday's friendly against Everton, according to coach Davide Ancelotti, per Le Pet...

Impact Giroud was forced off early in the 1-1 draw after his knee twisted, drawing loud applause from Everton supporters as he left the pitch, though he later confirmed the tests conducted since had been reassuring. He is set to undergo further examinations, though initial results have eased concern. Soriba Diaoune could see increased minutes if Giroud is ultimately unavailable.

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Tim Iroegbunam - Injury could cost him move Iroegbunam's injury could cost him a move to Hull City, according to coach Sergej Jakirovic, per Hull Live. "He's injured, and this is a very big blow for Everton, for us, for the...

Impact Iroegbunam had agreed terms with Hull City after being tracked by the club throughout the summer, but the injury suffered against Stuttgart last weekend, which could keep him out for around six weeks, has complicated the deal. Hull's own growing injury problems have made the club reluctant to spend as much as 20 million pounds on a player who might not be available until after the upcoming international break, with the club now looking at other options while not fully ruling out the deal. Iroegbunam is expected to provide further clarity on his future once Hull determines whether to proceed with the transfer.

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Nabil Bentaleb - Starts final friendly Bentaleb (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's final friendly against Everton, according to the club.

Impact Bentaleb had been forced off after just 11 minutes in the earlier friendly against Hamburger SV, a concerning early scare that came not long after he signed a contract extension through 2028. His return to the starting XI confirms that setback was not serious, and he now looks set to build toward the new season after contributing two goals and two assists across 26 league appearances last season.

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