In a breathtaking display of resilience, Everton snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory from the jaws of defeat against Tottenham Hotspur, with a heart-stopping winner deep into stoppage time at Walton Hall Park.
A Tale of Two Halves
The match was a classic game of two contrasting halves. Tottenham dominated the opening period, controlling possession and looking the more dangerous side. Their pressure paid off just after the half-hour mark when England international Beth England rose highest to nod home a perfectly floated cross, giving the visitors a deserved lead.
Spurs continued to threaten, with Eveliina Summanen coming agonisingly close to doubling their advantage, her powerful strike cannoning off the crossbar to Everton's immense relief.
The Toffees' Spirited Fightback
Everton emerged from the break a transformed team, playing with renewed vigour and purpose. Their relentless pressure finally told in the 67th minute. Substitute Martina Piemonte, who would later become the hero, made an immediate impact. Her clever movement and shot were only parried by Tottenham keeper Becky Spencer, and the alert Karoline Olesen was perfectly positioned to pounce on the rebound and smash the ball home for the equaliser.
The momentum had decisively shifted. Everton poured forward in search of a winner, with Spencer forced into a series of crucial saves to keep her team level as the clock ticked down.
A Grandstand Finish
Just as the game seemed destined for a draw, Everton delivered a final, stunning blow in the fourth minute of added time. A well-worked team move found its way to Piemonte inside the box. The Italian striker showed fantastic composure, took a touch to set herself, and fired a low, clinical finish past Spencer to send the home crowd into absolute delirium.
The final whistle confirmed a monumental comeback win for Brian Sørensen's side, securing a vital three points that lifts them up the WSL table and provides a massive boost to their campaign.
