Everton’s players need to fight for their places and return to “the fundamentals” as the squad attempts to get back on track in the Premier League, according to Ashley Cole.
Blues first-team coach Cole believes the World Cup break came at a good time for Frank Lampard's side after a disappointing final week in which they lost twice in the Premier League and were knocked out of the Carabao Cup.
Speaking to the ECHO in Sydney, beneath the city’s iconic Harbour Bridge, the former Arsenal, Chester and England left-back said the trip to Australia had been a positive experience for the players and stressed important work had been done. He also spoke of the value of the fan engagement opportunities that had given supporters Down Under a chance to connect with the current coaching team and squad.