Confirmed West Ham team news: Moyes makes eight changes v Everton, Rice starts
West Ham United have made a number of changes to their side for the Carabao Cup clash against Everton on Wednesday.
The Irons have made eight changes, with the likes of Andriy Yarmolenko and Felipe Anderson returning to the fold.
As confirmed on their Twitter account prior to kick-off, the only three players to keep their spots are Declan Rice, Fabian Balbuena and Aaron Cresswell.
David Moyes wasn’t present for the 4-0 thrashing of Wolves in the Premier League on Sunday, with Alan Irvine taking charge.
The numerous changes follow what has happened in each previous round, with the likes of Yarmolenko thriving in front of goal against Hull and Charlton.
On the Everton side of things, they have once again named a strong side – with the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Richarlison starting.
Carlo Ancelotti clearly wants to progress, as two Premier League sides go head-to-head after two relatively easy ties.
The last time the Irons faced Everton in the League Cup, it was at Upton Park many years ago, and we all know how that ended.
Adrian scored the winning penalty after both sides hit double figures in one of the many memorable nights in our old fortress.
The quarter-final tie will take place on Thursday evening after Liverpool face Arsenal, and this is a great opportunity to reach a final for the first time in many years.
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