Kick-off for Everton's Carabao Cup second spherical tie towards Mansfield was delayed on Wednesday to permit supporters “secure entry” into the brand new Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The match was scheduled to start at 19:45 BST however was put again by quarter-hour, with numerous empty seats seen because the match acquired beneath method.
Everton stated on 16 August that the tie was “offered out” on the 52,700 capability venue, with Mansfield bringing 6,000 travelling followers.
The Hill Dickinson Stadium hosted its first official match on Sunday, because the Toffees beat Brighton 2-0 within the Premier League.
