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Moyes: Cahill's my star

31 Oct 2006 - 08:11:33

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Everton manager David Moyes has hailed Tim Cahill as one of the best attacking midfielders in the Premiership.

The 26-year-old Australia international netted his seventh goal in 12 games at the weekend to earn a 1-1 draw for the Toffees at Arsenal, with Moyes feeling his man showed up well against the Gunners' stars.

He commented: "Tim has played much further forward this season than he has in previous seasons.

"But on Saturday he had to play more as a midfield player, when you go to Arsenal I think you have to expect that.

"But the pitch was full of top-quality, attacking midfield players. Cesc Fabregas with his passing, Tomas Rosicky with his ability to shoot and score from range and the timing of his runs, and Tim with his all-round power play and heading ability.

"There were top-class, attacking midfield players on show and Tim is on a par with them. He is one of the players we rely on heavily.

"Tim has heart, drive and commitment, which carries him over anything he might feel.

"All round he has been a very good player for Everton. He's all for it, he doesn't miss training, he doesn't miss games, he's a tough boy.

"Sometimes we question how much players want to play. It's not a question you can ask about Tim Cahill."