Bournemouth manager Gary O'Neil reckons he will use the Premier League relegation showdown vs Everton as a yardstick to test the mentality of his players.
Having defied the odds to stay in the top-flight with relative ease this season, the Cherries visit Goodison Park on Sunday afternoon (4.30pm) knowing the result will have zero impact on their fortunes. However, there are enough nerves in the air with Everton still fighting to stay up.
Survival remains in their hands, though, with a two-point cushion on Leeds United and Leicester City below them. For all intents and purposes, this game is a dead-rubber for Bournemouth in 15th position - but O'Neil has urged his men to show their mettle regardless.
