Everton are back at the Hill Dickinson Stadium tonight to face Manchester United, and David Moyes has called on the fans for support.
Everton’s new home has not been a happy hunting ground recently, with the Toffees having gone five games without a victory.
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The 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest at the start of December feels a long time ago now, and Everton really need to stop the rot.
It’s difficult to pinpoint why Everton have started to struggle, after making a good start.
David Moyes recently simply put it down to there being strong teams in the Premier League, and he’s also maintained that the transition from Goodison Park was never going to be totally smooth.
Ahead of tonight’s game, the manager has issued a firm message amid the current struggles.
David Moyes wants Everton supporters to play their part at Hill Dickinson
Everton manager David Moyes looks on.
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Moyes has addressed the Everton fans in tonight’s matchday programme ahead of the game with United.
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United come to Merseyside having gone five games unbeaten in the Premier League, responding well to the arrival of Michael Carrick.
So a big performance is required tonight – and Moyes wants support from the home fans.
Pointing to the role Everton’s old home used to play, he said (via Everton official): “We always felt that Goodison usually rose to the challenge and was an enormous help to us going into any game, but none more so than in evening games against United. We hope tonight can replicate some of those memorable nights.
“We are looking to improve on our recent home form. I’ve always believed your home ground is where you get most of your points and it’s where we hope to show that in the remaining home games.
“You can help us in that. Players react to your support and in difficult moments they need your backing. We want the players to feel comfortable here and feel supported.”
Everton really need a home win to prevent a psychological issue
Everton need to be winning at the Hill Dickinson Stadium tonight, because another case of dropping points is going to turn this into a big deal.
The game is taking place on Sky Sports’ flagship Monday Night Football show, and many millions around the world will be watching.
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The Hill Dickinson Stadium and Everton’s form there will therefore become a focus.
So three points would be most ideal.
But it will not be easy with United clearly in one of their better moments right now. They’ll be eager to continue moving forward, and will be fully aware of Everton’s recent jitters
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