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Moyes backs ‘club decision’ to drop Grealish after unauthorised training absence

David Moyes has said the decision to drop Jack Grealish for Everton's 3-1 win over Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup was made by the club.

By Harry Diamond · Toffee Web

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 8:49 AM

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David Moyes confirmed Everton made the decision to drop Jack Grealish following an unauthorized training absence.
Moyes stated he fully supports the club's disciplinary action and praised the squad's values and performance.
Everton defeated Newcastle United 3-1 in the Carabao Cup fourth round without the omitted winger.

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Everton manager David Moyes confirmed that the decision to drop Jack Grealish for Thursday's 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Newcastle United was made by the club. Grealish was reportedly omitted from the matchday squad following an unauthorized absence from training. Moyes stated that he fully backs the club's stance, emphasizing the importance of team values both on and off the pitch.

Without Grealish, Everton reached the quarter-finals thanks to goals from James Garner, Hayden Hackney, and Thierno Barry. Moyes declined to confirm if the 31-year-old winger—currently on a season-long loan—will feature in Monday's upcoming Premier League match against Newcastle.

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