Jack Grealish apologises to Everton fans after disciplinary breach
The winger returned to action in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Derby County.
Jack Grealish has apologised to Everton supporters after missing four matches due to a breach of team discipline. The Independent reported that he featured in a friendly against Derby and could return for the Brentford fixture on 23 November.
Key takeaways
- Jack Grealish issued a public apology to Everton fans via Instagram.
- He missed Everton’s final four games before the international break following a disciplinary breach.
- Everton won three of their last four matches in his absence and moved up to sixth in the Premier League table.
- Everton are due to return to action on 23 November when they travel to Brentford.
- Grealish has earned 39 caps for England but has not played for the national team since October 2024.
Jack Grealish has apologised to Everton supporters after returning to action during a behind-closed-doors friendly with Derby, The Independent reported. The winger missed Everton’s final four games before the international break following a breach of team discipline.
He had not featured for the Toffees since 17 October. Boss David Moyes was reluctant to discuss any details, with the club only confirming the 31-year-old former England winger was "not match-fit" ahead of a trip to Newcastle on November 2.
""I love playing for this club and can’t wait to be back playing in front of you guys in an Everton shirt.
"Grealish spent the first half of the 2025-26 season on loan at Everton before injury disrupted his spell, but he secured another temporary deal on transfer deadline day.
In his absence, Everton have won three of their last four matches to move up to sixth in the Premier League table, while also earning their spot in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup.
Following a 2-0 loss to Arsenal, the Toffees picked up successive wins over Newcastle before beating Coventry in their final game before the international break. Grealish has earned 39 caps in his England career, but has not played for the Three Lions since October 2024.
Everton are due to return to action on 23 November when they travel to Brentford. Grealish could be set to make his first competitive appearance in over a month in that game as he looks to get his season back on track.
Key figures from the report
Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
Matches missed | 4 |
Last appearance before apology | 17 October |
England caps | 39 |
Last England appearance | October 2024 |
Next Everton fixture | Brentford, 23 November |
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