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Tim Iroegbunam crashes back down to earth with Everton stinker, questions to be asked
- Everton drew 2-2 at Crystal Palace, extending a pattern of dropped points after leading in the match.
- Tim Iroegbunam, 22, struggled to replicate his City performance against Palace, failing to influence the game defensively.
- Iroegbunam misplaced seven passes, was dispossessed once, and lost five duels, hampering Everton’s control in midfield.
- A strong earlier performance against Manchester City raised expectations for Iroegbunam’s form going forward.
- Everton led twice at Selhurst Park but could not seal the win as Palace struck back late.
- The match was part of Everton’s challenging period with European qualification dreams dented by recent results.
- Ismaila Sarr and Jean-Philippe Mateta equalised late for Crystal Palace to deny Everton the win.
- Iroegbunam’s performance was seen as a test of his consistency after a strong City showing.
- Gueye’s absence left Iroegbunam as the primary defensive midfield option for Everton.
- The report stresses the need for midfield stability as Everton chase European targets fades.
- The article tags the analysis as part of ongoing Everton coverage including match hub and tactical notes.
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