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- Metro
David Moyes reveals injury concern and disappointment with two Everton stars
David Moyes admits he has been disappointed with both Beto and James Garner during Everton's pre-season, as he reveals an injury concern ahead of the new campaign. It has been a difficult summer for the Toffees in what should be an exciting time for the club as they move into their new stadium under new ownership. The squad is thin after the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Abdoulaye Doucoure, Mason Holgate and Ashley Young all left at the end of their contracts and signings have been slow to arrive. Carlos Alcaraz has made his loan move permanent and both Thierno Barry and Adam Aznou have arrived, but Moyes would like more arrivals before the season begins in two weeks. The Scotsman's frustrations are not limited to the transfer market, however, as he has voiced his unhappiness with a couple of players. In The Mixer: Exclusive analysis, FPL tips and transfer talk sent straight to your inbox every week – click here and sign up before Friday to make sure you don't miss the first edition. Speaking before Everton's 2-2 friendly draw with Manchester United on Sunday, Moyes called out striker Beto, saying: 'I've been a bit disappointed with Beto and I've told him. We're needing a bit more and he can do more and he has done more. 'So we're hoping we can get a bit more from him, but he's a really honest working lad and I'm sure he'll try and prove that tonight.' Beto played 60 minutes of the match in Atlanta before being replaced by summer signing Barry, who he will be competing with to play up front this season. The Toffees boss also admitted he had been underwhelmed by the performances of James Garner so far this summer, but that changed thanks to his display against his former club on Sunday. 'I've actually been pretty disappointed in Jimmy in the early games in pre-season, but not tonight,' said the manager. 'Tonight, I thought he played really well and he actually went all of the distance. 'But you've got to remember, we've played Jimmy Garner at right wing-back because we've not had other people to do the job. Jimmy's a bit more flexible but we played him a little bit deeper and I thought as the game went on, he was the one who was still chugging along and I was pleased with him.' While Moyes was pleased to see James Tarkowski back in the team after injury and suggested Jarrad Branthwaite will soon be available again, there was less good news about Nathan Patterson. The defender has featured on the American tour but was not involved against the Red Devils, with the manager revealing he has a fitness concern. 'Nathan has got hernia symptoms,' said Moyes. 'Whether it means he's got a hernia or not, we're not sure, but we'll have him assessed on Tuesday after we get back.' Results-wise, Everton's pre-season has not been good, with Sunday's draw coming after defeats to West Ham, Bournemouth and Blackburn Rovers. More Trending Their final pre-season game comes on Saturday at home to Roma before their Premier League campaign begins at Leeds United on Monday August 18. On the prospect of new signings before then, Moyes said: 'I think there'll be deals next week. I think we're getting much closer. But I felt that four or five weeks ago as well. 'Obviously, we're getting near the tickly bits and we've got to get some things done.' MORE: Manchester United vs Everton UK time, TV channel, how to watch and team news MORE: Everton exploring moves for Jack Grealish and former Arsenal and England star MORE: Ex-Arsenal star set for Premier League return after Aaron Ramsdale and Granit Xhaka
The Independent
6 minutes ago
- The Independent
Chris Woakes injury update ahead of tense India Test finale
England requires 35 runs with four wickets remaining on the final day of the Test match against India. India needs four wickets to secure victory in the series decider, which has seen all five Tests go to the final day. Despite a dislocated shoulder, Chris Woakes is prepared to bat at number 11 for England, demonstrating his commitment to the team. Centuries from Joe Root (105) and Harry Brook (111) had put England in a strong position chasing 374, but three late wickets left the match finely balanced. Root dedicated his 39th Test century to the late Graham Thorpe, wearing a headband to honour the former England assistant coach and raise awareness for mental health.
Daily Mail
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- Daily Mail
Which fans are the hardest done by? Sky Bet reveals all with new data - and explains which supporters have it EASIEST
Sky Bet have settled one of social media's biggest football debates: which fans are the hardest done by. Backed by data experts Opta, they have analysed 13 main categories of data from the last five seasons for all 92 league clubs. From last-minute losses to ex-players coming back to haunt you, these are 13 different ways football can ruin your weekend. The report then surveyed hundreds of match-going fans to find out which stats carried the most sting. It's science - five seasons worth of data, multiplied by emotion - how awful that category is. The result? A never-before-seen league table ranking every fanbase in England - from the ones who've had it worst, to those who've had it best. The research reveals: • Arsenal fans have had the easiest ride of all Premier League supporters, ranking 88th. Across the country, only Chesterfield and Wrexham fans have had it easier. • Spurs fans are 60 positions worse off than Arsenal, coming 28th • Man City and Liverpool fans are also placed to be enjoying a smooth journey in the bottom 10, aka least hard done by. • Southampton supporters top the chart as the most suffering fanbase in England's top four divisions • Manchester United land mid-table at 44th, but they were the hardest done by in one category - the most-rained on supporters Kevin Brain, Head of Social and Content at Sky Betting and Gaming said, 'With our Start of Season campaign, 'Not for Everyone. For the Fans,' Sky Bet is celebrating the true spirit of football fandom. Partnering with SPORTbible's Hardest Done By Report lets us reward the passion, loyalty and resilience that make being a fan so special.' The data also threw out some interesting quirks that can be found below: • Due to having the ball in play for almost 15 minutes more per game, Man City fans watch 2 hours, 26 minutes, and 34 seconds more football than Accrington Stanley fans - despite playing eight games less! • The Premier League dominates the "errors leading to goals" stat, with 11 of the 18 worst offenders coming from the English top-flight, including Chelsea and Liverpool • Based on average motorway speeds, Plymouth fans have to drive for 80 minutes to see their team earn a single point. Arsenal fans travel for less than 30 minutes per point
