Frank Lampard has told his players to “enjoy” the prospect of being underdogs against Newcastle United. Everton travel to St James’ Park next Wednesday for the second test in their tricky upcoming double-header.
An away clash against Tottenham Hotspur comes first - providing a stern test for the Toffees that could serve as the acid test for their prospects this season. Many tipped Everton for relegation after surviving by the skin of their teeth in 2021-22.
A stunning 3-2 turnaround win over Crystal Palace secured survival on the penultimate game and, despite the doom-mongers predicting another season of disaster, Lampard has steadied the ship. Two wins and four draws from their opening nine games has Everton sitting 12th in the Premier League.
