London: In-form Romelu Lukaku scored a late goal to help Everton outclass Manchester City 2-1 in the Capital One Cup semi-final first leg at Goodison Park on Thursday.


Everton's Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku (R) celebrates scoring their second goal for Everton to take the lead 2-1 during the English League Cup semi-final first leg football match between Everton and Manchester City at Goodison Park in Liverpool. Pic/AFP

Defender Ramiro Funes put his side ahead at the stroke of half-time before City winger Gonzalez Jesus Navas levelled the score by smashing an equaliser in the 76th minute, the Guardian reported.