http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/David-c10409 Moyes’ Everton played out a frustrating 1-1 draw with the Canaries at Goodison Park in a match which saw them dominate the proceedings from the start till the end.
However, a last gasp header for Sebastien Bassong cancelled out http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Steven-Naismith-c34205’s first half strike, forcing the Toffees to settle for a single point.
In the following article, we will analyse how the different http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Everton-c13019 players fared in the match, rating them on a scale from 1 to 10.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Tim-Howard-c35095 – 6
The American International was largely untested in the game, but made a fine save in the 57th minute. However, his day was spoilt in the closing stages as he failed to keep out a Bassong effort, which denied his side all three points and him a
clean sheet.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Leighton-Baines-c21987 – 7
Was caught more inside his own half, rarely making any sparkling runs forward for which he is renowned for. He did fire a powerful low shot from inside the box which was nicely kept out by Ruddy.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Phil-Jagielka-c29902 – 7.5
Looked at ease against the http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Canaries-c38723 forwards, making a couple of vital interceptions and was overall solid in the rearguard.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/John-Heitinga-c18862 – 6
Although the defender enjoyed a good game overall, he left Bassong unmarked in the closing moments, which resulted in the visitors’ equalizer.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Bryan-Oviedo-c8179 – 5.5
Was absent from the bulk of the action and his presence in the midfield was mostly innocuous. Failed to involve himself in attacking moves and often seemed to be a mere spectator.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Sylvain-Distin-c34430 – 6.5
Was particularly good in aerial battles, making the most of his tall height to strong stature to win the balls in the air. However, like Heitinga, he left Bassong unmarked and can be held responsible for the late goal conceded.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Thomas-Hitzlsperger-c34961 – 7.5
The midfielder was solid in the centre of the midfield and was involved in the thick of things in the attacking moves. Moyes’ summer acquisition could prove to be a revelation as the season progresses.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Leon-Osman-c22041 – 7.5
The English footballer was perhaps the most notable contributor for the team on the day. He constantly fed passes for Jelavic and Naismith and also pounded two shots at the Canaries goal. However, he lacked agility at times.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Steven-Pienaar-c34208 – 6
Took a knock early on in the match which seemed to have taken the sting out of his game. Nevertheless, he kept himself involved upfront, providing some decent balls for his fellow attackers.
Steven Naismith – 8
Everton’s star performer in the match. Blasted in a nice goal to put the Toffees ahead early on and seemed to be enjoying his time on the field. Always looked comfortable in possession and seems to have finally earned a regular slot in the team.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Nikica-Jelavic-c27906 – 7
Had a reasonable day, providing the assist for Naismith in the opening moments and gave it his all in the frontline. However, the Croatian sensation failed to get on the scoresheet yet again.
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