Everton’s away form this season has been truly remarkable, as they picked up their seventh win on the road against Newcastle United yesterday.
Everton are actually joint-second in the Premier League away table, and there is a very obvious reason for that.
The Toffees are much better when they don’t have the ball. Against the Magpies, they had just 33% possession.
It’s become quite apparent that they’re a counter-attacking team who enjoy defending in a low block.
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Full time score between Newcastle United and Everton.
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That’s their strength, but often they move away from that when they play at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
At home, David Moyes’ side have the onus on them to attack the game and take it to the opposition, which, at the moment, they’re not good enough to do.
That’s resulted in them winning just four league games at the new 52,000-seater stadium, which is only narrowly better than teams in the relegation battle.
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So, here’s what Moyes and his coaches must do next.
David Moyes managing Everton away at Newcastle
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David Moyes must deploy counter-attacking tactics at home
To improve Everton’s home form, Moyes must deploy counter-attacking tactics, which has been so beneficial for his side on the road.
It may not be popular in some games, especially against lower league opposition, but ultimately, if it produces a positive result, supporters won’t care.
There is a fine balance with this style, though, as they can’t allow teams to come to the Hill Dickinson and pile the pressure on all game.
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Beto celebrates his goal for Everton in the away victory against Newcastle United.
There are ways to be dominant without having the ball, for instance, having a well-coached press and controlling territories.
Perhaps once more quality is added in the summer transfer window, Everton can be more adventurous at home and look to dominate possession.
Until then, the focus should be on playing to the squad’s strengths, no matter whether it’s a home or away fixture.
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