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Everton Under-21s secure comeback victory against Middlesbrough

By WAF News Desk 1 min read
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Everton Under-21s secure comeback victory against Middlesbrough

Everton's Under-21 side staged a comeback to defeat Middlesbrough in Professional Development League action on Friday evening at Walton Hall Park, according to Royal Blue Mersey. The ninth-placed Blues faced their 27th-placed visitors in a match that proved more competitive than the league standings suggested.

The young Everton team featured contrasting ages, with Northern Ireland midfielder Jack Patterson marking his 21st birthday and 16-year-old attacking midfielder Jonathan Nsangou making his Under-21 debut. Nsangou, who has already scored seven goals in six appearances at Under-18 level, was rewarded with inclusion following his recent form in the youth setup.

Middlesbrough began brightly and capitalised on their early dominance when striker Cruz Ibeh fired home from 15 yards after 12 minutes to establish a one-goal lead. Despite Patterson heading wide from a Nsangou corner shortly after, the visitors appeared to have momentum.

The report indicates Everton ultimately deserved their victory, with the side demonstrating resilience to overturn Middlesbrough's early advantage. The contest was described as a battling performance from the Blues' developing squad.

Reporting from Royal Blue Mersey (Everton)

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