Everton need to prevent a recent pattern from becoming a trend if they are to give themselves the best chance of taking something from the Merseyside Derby.
The Blues have conceded early goals - and early chances - in several games, hampering their ability to gain a foothold in matches. Accepting the need to address this ahead of the trip to Anfield, Frank Lampard said it was something his squad was working on.
With Liverpool’s potency in the opening minutes providing the foundation for their last two victories, Lampard acknowledged “it is important that we do everything we can to stop that”.
