I want Gordon and Gray running at them from kick-off
JOE THOMAS: Dwight McNeil’s performance at Southampton was far more than just his goal, but I would bring Anthony Gordon back into the starting line up. Manchester United’s right back, Diogo Dalot, and both rival left-backs - Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw - regularly pick up bookings so I want Gordon and Demarai Gray running at them from kick-off. Gordon’s winner in this fixture last year was a highlight of the campaign and I back him to perform today.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s return is welcome and I love the idea of having him to aim for - his physical presence could be significant, especially in the air if he can target Lisandro Martinez. However, after such a long absence and with Neal Maupay in good form, I would start Maupay. The prospect of him, Gordon and Gray buzzing around that defence fills me with excitement for what could be a really entertaining game under the Goodison lights.
