David Moyes Reacts Sharply to Question on Everton's Carabao Cup Ambitions
Everton manager David Moyes expressed strong frustration during a press conference when asked about his team's hopes of winning the Carabao Cup this season. Moyes called the question 'dead stupid' as he stressed that while trophies matter, staying in the Premier League is his main focus.
Tension Builds Ahead of Preston Clash
Reports from talkSPORT reveal Moyes lost his cool ahead of Everton's second-round Carabao Cup match against Preston North End. The moment ignited after a reporter asked, "How important are the cups to you this season?" Moyes took offense, feeling the question underestimated managers' desire to win silverware, especially given Everton's lengthy trophy drought.
Moyes Calls Out the Media
Reacting sharply, Moyes said, "I think it’s a question every journalist asks every manager. In some ways, are those journalists dead stupid? Do you think none of the managers want to win the cups? Of course, we all want to win the cups... so yes, the cups are hugely important." His remarks reflected frustration over repetitive questions, especially since Everton have not lifted a major trophy since their 1995 FA Cup win.
Premier League Survival Takes Priority
The conversation grew more intense as Moyes challenged the premise of prioritizing cups over league survival. He asked the reporter, "Would it be more important to win a cup than to stay in the Premier League?" Upon hearing the reply 'no,' Moyes concluded bluntly, "So, there we go. You’ve half answered it." This made clear that avoiding relegation remains Everton's top concern despite fans' hopes for silverware.
Looking Ahead: Everton vs Preston
After this fiery exchange, Everton must now focus on the pitch. Moyes will guide his team into the Carabao Cup tie against Preston on Wednesday, aiming to avoid another early exit like last season's defeat to Wolves. A strong win could relieve pressure and boost confidence heading into crucial Premier League fixtures.
- Match: Preston North End vs Everton
- Date: 26 Aug 2026
- Kickoff Time: 21:00
