Frank Lampard said he had no doubts over Conor Coady's ability to lead his side as the centre back took the captain's armband for the first time at Everton.
Coady was one of several players thought to be in contention for the role following the injury that ruled Jordan Pickford out of the game against West Ham United. Pickford had taken on the responsibility in each of the six Premier League games of the season so far.
Lampard had been secretive about who would step up, telling his pre-match press conference on Friday that he had made his decision but refusing to reveal his choice.
