Complex sentence: Luton came close to reaching the FA Cup final in 1985 whilst Pleat was manager, when they were beaten 2--1 by Everton in the semi-final in extra time at Villa Park.
Split into simpler sentences: Luton came close to reaching the FA Cup final in 1985 whilst Pleat was manager. They were beaten 2--1 by Everton in the semi-final in extra time at Villa Park.