Belloumi’s Equalizer Gives Hull City a 2–2 Draw With Everton

Chances Before the Break

Hull City and Everton went into halftime scoreless after chances at both ends. Pickford saved from Gelhardt, while Barry headed a Grealish cross wide. Johnson also appeared to have an opener after a goalmouth scramble, but it was disallowed for offside interference.

Gelhardt Strikes, Everton Responds

Hull broke through in the 48th minute after Maitland-Niles failed to control McBurnie’s pass. Thomas supplied Gelhardt, who chipped the ball in. Maitland-Niles then helped Everton answer, crossing for Dewsbury-Hall to head an equalizer in the 55th minute.

Barry missed another chance from Branthwaite’s delivery before Everton made its next opening count. Dewsbury-Hall intercepted a Thomas pass and released Barry, who put Everton ahead in the 68th minute.

Belloumi Levels It Again

Hull had introduced Belloumi and Stroud in the 64th minute. Ten minutes later, Stroud beat Maitland-Niles and Garner before supplying Belloumi for a powerful left-footed equalizer. Their combination brought Hull level after Everton’s brief lead.

A Draw After Four Second-Half Goals

Everton brought on O’Brien and Hackney in the 78th minute, then introduced Dibling and Alcaraz for Grealish and Barry in the 86th. There was no further goal, and the match finished 2–2. Everton had 65.2% possession and 15 shots to Hull’s 34.8% and nine; attempts on target were seven to five.

Everton became the first visiting team to score at the MKM Stadium this season, and the draw extended its unbeaten start to eight games in all competitions. Moyes said he was disappointed with Everton’s defending on both Hull goals, despite his team’s comeback from behind.