Stoke City 1:0 Everton — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Tomáš Rigo was the highest-rated player on the pitch as Stoke City beat Everton 1-0 in a Club Friendly, setting up a meeting with Valencia on the first of August. The solitary goal was scored by Gabriel Gartside-Kelly in the 59th minute, with no assist recorded, in an otherwise scrappy encounter where neither side could find any real fluency in the final third.

The turning point came when Gartside-Kelly turned home from close range just before the hour mark, punishing Everton for a lack of concentration at a corner. The visitors struggled to mount a serious response, with Stoke's midfield winning the second balls and suffocating any rhythm for the Premier League side.

Everton held 55% of the ball and earned more corners than their hosts, yet did precious little with it—outplayed by a side that simply wanted it more on the numbers. Tomáš Rigo was the standout for his relentless work in the middle of the park, earning a 7.49 rating from a position that rarely catches the eye. CheckLive's model rated Everton clearly the stronger side, but the result did not confirm that forecast, as Stoke's efficiency told the true story. Next up for Stoke is Valencia on the first of August.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Stoke City vs Everton?

Stoke City 1-0 Everton (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Gabriel Gartside-Kelly (59') for Stoke City.

First half0 - 0

Second half1 - 0