The 3 most disappointing Everton moments of 2023, including Premier League fiasco

One of the most devoted fan bases in England, Everton’s supporters never wavers, whether at home or away and regardless of the situation.

Many clubs might have seen attendance dwindle were they to have gone through what the Toffees did, and yet it has arguably provoked an even stronger level of support.

From welcoming buses in a cloud of blue smoke to protesting decisions in the Goodison Park stands. This is a fanbase never to be taken lying down.

What makes such staunch support even more commendable is the hardships faced throughout 2023, which is set to finally come to an end next week

With that in mind, here are just three of the numerous disappointing moments endured throughout a challenging year to be an Evertonian…

Everton fail to sign Wilfried Gnonto

Whilst on the surface this may seem rather insignificant, especially given the form enjoyed following the summer window and the fact that Jack Harrison was signed anyway, but failing to sign Wilfried Gnonto was a hammer blow.

Everton fans love to rally around a young player, with whom they can resonate and enjoy watching develop.

The Italy international was coming off an impressive debut term in England, having recorded eight goal contributions across all competitions for a Leeds United side that fell to the drop.

And so, when he handed in his transfer request in order to push through the move, it seemed like Sean Dyche would get his man.

Seeing the Whites dig their heels in and still say no hurt, as it seemed like the top target for the summer had slipped through their grasp.

Exiting the EFL Cup at the quarter-final stage

Having established a seven-point gap between themselves and the relegation zone at the time of playing, an EFL Cup quarter-final brought renewed hope to Merseyside that at last a cup run might be enjoyed without the outside fear of the drop too.

And, drawing Fulham at home, marked one of the easier opponents given the likes of Chelsea, Newcastle United, West Ham United and Liverpool all remained present.

So, to fall to defeat on penalties was gutting, especially given how flat both the crowd and the players were.

It was as if everyone forgot the level of the occasion, and missed a huge opportunity to reach a semi-final for the first time in over half a decade.

Everton’s points deduction

Unsurprisingly, the ten-point deduction stands alone as the most disappointing Everton moment of 2023.

It was a ruling that shocked the footballing world, as the harshest sanction in the 135-year history of the top-flight.

The Premier League, seeking to make an example out of the Toffees as an independent regulator looms, decided on the ruling following a mere £19m overspend of their profit and sustainability rules.

A ludicrous decision, the reaction from the fanbase has been as impassioned as one might expect.

If anything, it has actually galvanised the club more than ever, who are now out to prove a point that 2024 will be far more successful than the last.

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