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Everton's Defense Derailed by Early Season Injuries

9/7/2025

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Everton struggles at the start of the Premier League season due to multiple injuries.
Jarrad Branthwaite is out with a hamstring injury, missing all matches so far.
His injury occurred during training before the season opener, leaving his status uncertain for September 13.
Nathan Patterson and Vitaliy Mykolenko are also injured, further weakening the defense.
Fans worry about defensive stability as Michael Keane replaces Branthwaite.

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Story summary

Everton struggles at the start of the Premier League season due to multiple injuries.
Jarrad Branthwaite is out with a hamstring injury, missing all matches so far.
His injury occurred during training before the season opener, leaving his status uncertain for September 13.
Nathan Patterson and Vitaliy Mykolenko are also injured, further weakening the defense.
Fans worry about defensive stability as Michael Keane replaces Branthwaite.