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

Everton's misfiring strikers have come in for a lot of criticism, some of it warranted, as supporters question the system David Moyes plays.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.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.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. 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.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