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The Merseyside derby has already passed, and after the 2-2 draw between Everton and Liverpool, in a controversial game and with several injuries, the ‘Toffees’ are already thinking about the game this Sunday, when as a visitor, they face Southampton for the sixth day of the Premier League.
Those led by Carlo Ancelotti know that it is on their feet to continue with the leadership of the league after a new day, Liverpool, their home rival and maximum pursuer, beat Sheffield United 2-1 and equaled, with 13 points, to the blues at the top of the table, so the victory will be more than an obligation for the ‘blues’.
However, there is a great concern in Everton in the face of the duel against the team led by Ralph Hasenhüttl, and that is that James Rodríguez, their top figure, is in doubt for the match. The Colombian ended up with physical discomfort after finishing the game against Liverpool, due to a strong tackle suffered by Virgil van Dijk at the start of the game. However, Carletto, in a press conference, confirmed the blow and the annoyance suffered by the creative of the Colombian National Team, leaving the doubt about whether or not he will be there, for this weekend’s duel.
“It is not totally ruled out, fortunately I think his recovery was very good, he did a part of the training today (Friday), I hope he can train tomorrow and we will see if he is fit to play on Sunday. It is possible that he can play,” said the Italian DT.
James, who has three goals and four assists so far this season in England, is expected to be fully recovered for the game against Southampton, as his role in the team has become essential with the passing of games. Yerry Mina is also expected to start.
On the other hand, the local team arrives at this duel at home, after three games without losing defeat, they beat Burnley, West Bromwich, and drew with Chelsea 3-3. The ‘saints’ have as a figure Danny Ings, a forward who has been part of the English team and who hopes to continue the good streak when he faces Everton of the Colombians.
Southampton vs. Everton
Date: Sunday, October 25.
Time: 9:00 am from Colombia.
TV: ESPN 2.
