Keith Curle watched on as his side were thrashed by Everton’s under-21 side who hit six unanswered at the Suit Direct Stadium.
It was a result which toppled Pools from first place in the group to last by the end of play as they exit the competition.
And here is how Pools were rated on a harrowing night for the club.
13. Wes McDonald - 5
Brought on into a lost cause. One decent run down the left to put Everton on the back foot. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News) Photo: Mark Fletcher
14. Tom Crawford - 5
Could do little to stem the tide of swift Everton attacks but a thankless task. (Credit: Jon Bromley | MI News) Photo: Jon Bromley
15. David Ferguson - 5
The fourth of the changes in at left-back to allow Paterson to move further forward. Gave away one or two needless free-kicks. (Credit: Jon Bromley | MI News) Photo: Jon Bromley
16. Callum Cooke - 5
Final change with around 20 minutes to go. Rarely involved. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News) Photo: Mark Fletcher