Everton claimed a late 1-1 draw at Brighton and Hove Albion as Beto scored deep into stoppage time, while David Moyes also expressed confidence about securing a new signing before Monday’s transfer deadline
amid interest in Chelsea winger Tyrique George following Jack Grealish’s season-ending foot injury.
Pascal Gross gave Brighton the lead in the 73rd minute at the Amex Stadium, scoring for the first time since rejoining from Borussia Dortmund. Beto then struck with 96 minutes and 20 seconds played, which is Everton’s latest Premier League away goal to change a result since 2006-07.
Key details from the Brighton versus Everton Premier League match, and the broader context for both clubs, are summarised below to show how the result and transfer plans connect to recent form and injury issues.
| Match | Score | Goal Scorers | Notable Fact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton vs Everton | 1-1 | Pascal Gross, Beto | Beto scored at 96:20, Everton’s latest away match-altering goal since 2006-07 |
The Portugal forward reacted quickest after Bart Verbruggen saved Jake O'Brien’s effort, turning in the rebound to secure a point and spark strong celebrations among Everton players, including captain James Tarkowski, who highlighted Beto’s attitude and work rate after the match.
"Everyone says it about Beto: he's one of the hardest workers in the team. Never gives up. Always open to criticism and how to improve, how to get better," said Tarkowski. "He is continuously trying to improve his game. He deserves moments like that because he puts so much effort in. "
David Moyes reacts to Beto's dramatic late equaliser and our 1-1 draw away at Brighton. pic.twitter.com/L6laEjq8WjEverton (@Everton) January 31, 2026
Attention quickly turned to recruitment, with Moyes confirming Everton expect to act in the market after Grealish’s long-term absence left the squad short of wide players. Asked whether he anticipated at least one arrival before the deadline, Moyes replied: "Yes, I do. "
Reports indicate Everton view 19-year-old Tyrique George as a leading loan option, with the Chelsea winger having made four Premier League appearances this season. The focus on a temporary deal reflects the club’s need for immediate depth in wide attacking areas without a permanent commitment.
For Brighton, the draw extended a difficult Premier League run to one win in 11 games, and the final whistle brought some boos from home supporters. Head coach Fabian Hurzeler addressed the tension while stressing determination to respond to another setback.
"I think in life, you have two choices. You can feel sorry for yourself, you can get in a mood where you get self-pity, or you choose to go again," said Hurzeler. "If you choose that, tough times build a tough personality, and that's what we try to do. We will go again. We showed good reactions after we had a very disappointing loss against Fulham, and we will do it again because next weekend there's the next opportunity, the next chance to do this, and that's what we try to go for, and I will be the role model for that. "
The match therefore left Everton encouraged by Beto’s decisive impact and the prospect of strengthening with a new wide player, while Brighton balanced frustration over recent results with Hurzeler’s insistence on resilience ahead of the next league opportunity.
