The Blues boss faced the media ahead of Everton's trip to the south coast to face Bournemouth on Tuesday
David Moyes take his team to Bournemouth on Tuesday
David Moyes take his team to Bournemouth on Tuesday
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Here is a breakdown of what David Moyes said today (Monday, December 1, 2025) ahead of the Bournemouth vs Everton match:
Key Quotes & Details from Moyes' Press Conference
Injury and Team News
Moyes confirmed that Everton are still struggling with a number of absences and players carrying knocks.
Injury Update: "None of them are available for the game." He confirmed the same four players remain out: Merlin Röhl (Hernia surgery) Seamus Coleman (Hamstring) Jarrad Branthwaite (Hamstring surgery) Nathan Patterson (Foot/Groin)
Squad Depth: "We're just a little bit short in those areas but we will be fine and we’ll get through it."
Carrying Knocks: He revealed that some players who featured against Newcastle were "carrying injuries from the game in midweek," and possibly "would not have been considered" if other players were available.
Midfield Shortage: He specifically mentioned the absence of Merlin Röhl and the suspension of Idrissa Gueye leaves them lacking an "extra midfield player."
Newcastle Performance & Reaction
Moyes expressed disappointment but maintained a belief in the team's progress.
Surprise at Performance: When asked if the 4-1 loss surprised him, he admitted it did, particularly regarding the defense: "We lacked physicality in that game, that is for sure."
Set-Piece Defending: He criticized the team's defending from dead-ball situations: "We need to concentrate better on defending set-pieces and I didn't like the way they defended them or gave them away in the first place."
Looking Forward: "We didn't play well on Saturday but I'm sure we'll pick it up again." He added that the team has done "brilliantly well" overall this season and the loss is a tough reminder of the work ahead.
Previewing Bournemouth (A)
Moyes highlighted the tough nature of the fixture and the need to change Everton's poor record at the Vitality Stadium.
Changing History: "We've never had a good record at Bournemouth" and that like other grounds, it’s something they "need to change."
The Opponent: He praised the opposition, describing them as a "high energy team" and noting that their manager is doing an "exceptional job."
Thierno Barry: When asked about the summer forward who is yet to score: "We need him to come up with goals, that is part of the job if you are a number nine." He praised the supporters for backing the player, which has given him "great confidence," but stressed the need for goals to justify the position.