An Everton star saw their house broken into an burgled while they played in a 3-1 win over Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup on Thursday evening

Thierno Barry has revealed that his house was burgled during Thursday's Carabao Cup clash with Newcastle United. The Everton star's partner, Charlene, confirmed the news with a statement on social media.

She wrote: "Unfortunately, our home was burgled this evening while we were at the football match. Thankfully, nobody was home at the time, but this is still an extremely distressing and violating experience for us and our family.

"If anyone has seen or heard anything suspicious, or has any information that could help, we would be incredibly grateful if you could get in touch. We are also willing to offer a financial reward for any information that helps identify those responsible. Thank you to everyone for your support."

It comes as a number of footballers have been the victims of burglary as of recent, with Morgan Gibbs-White also having his home stormed this week. The Nottingham Forest talent's partner, Britney De Villiers, took to social media on Tuesday to reveal that their family home had been targeted.

She said: "I wasn’t going to publicly share this but our home was burgled a few days ago and after hearing about another one since, I feel it’s important to just warn others. It’s incredibly unsettling knowing that homes are being targeted.

"Please be extra vigilant, make sure your security systems are on whether you’re in the house or not and report anything suspicious. Thankfully, nobody was home when it happened and material things can be replaced but it’s a horrible feeling knowing someone has violated your home, especially when you have young children. Please stay safe and look out for one another."

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