Howard Kendall: It’s tough for Everton FC strikers going it alone

03 December 2010 00:00
Everton's misfiring strikers have come in for a lot of criticism, some of it warranted, as supporters question the system David Moyes plays.[LNB]But there is one thing it is easy for fans to forget when debating the merits of 4-4-2, or the manager's preferred 4-5-1 with Tim Cahill operating behind a lone striker.[LNB]Both systems have their merits, but I am sure if you ask Yakubu and Louis Saha they would tell you they prefer playing alongside a proper strike partner.[LNB]Centre forwards like to work as a pair, and playing solo - albeit with the tirelessly excellent support of a deeper Tim Cahill is not ideal for them.[LNB] It's a dilemma I don't envy David Moyes for, but let's remember this has only become an issue because Everton are not doing so well. Few were complaining when results were going well.[LNB]Tim Cahill's departure for the Asia Cup may offer a way for David Moyes to change things, but it will not be a long-term solution and I'm not convinced there is a long-term problem anyway.

Source: Liverpool_Echo