3-5-1-1 is the best formation for a player who plays as the one behind the main striker and needs complete freedom and not much defensive responsibility, which was I think the real formation here. This was true of Ricky Alvarez at Inter under Mazzarri, who was otherwise useless as a player. Pinzi at Udinese looked like a quality number 10 at times playing this role. Just my theory. Perfect for Rooney at Everton - will it mean a great season at Everton, who knows.
Looking forward to watching Everton this season. Koeman has brought in some good players and milked Utd dry in the Lukaku transfer. Their midfield trio of Gueye, Schneiderlin and Klaasen could be especially pleasing to watch. Not sure how Rooney will fit into the picture once Sigurdsson has signed since he isn't anywhere near as good as Gylfi as a #10 or is an out-and-out striker any more but it gives Ronald some options at least. They should have too much for Stoke, going with my favourite opening day prediction of 2-0.
3-5-1-1 is the best formation for a player who plays as the one behind the main striker and needs complete freedom and not much defensive responsibility, which was I think the real formation here. This was true of Ricky Alvarez at Inter under Mazzarri, who was otherwise useless as a player. Pinzi at Udinese looked like a quality number 10 at times playing this role. Just my theory. Perfect for Rooney at Everton - will it mean a great season at Everton, who knows.
I agree with 2-0 prediction, with bought players and starting season at home Everion is 200% favorite team here.
Looking forward to watching Everton this season. Koeman has brought in some good players and milked Utd dry in the Lukaku transfer. Their midfield trio of Gueye, Schneiderlin and Klaasen could be especially pleasing to watch. Not sure how Rooney will fit into the picture once Sigurdsson has signed since he isn't anywhere near as good as Gylfi as a #10 or is an out-and-out striker any more but it gives Ronald some options at least. They should have too much for Stoke, going with my favourite opening day prediction of 2-0.
@SteveHyland I agree!!!
Everton all day
2-0 COYB