Ancelotti: Southgate should be pleased with Pickford performance
Carlo Ancelotti was impressed by Jordan Pickford’s performance during the 1-1 draw away from home against Burnley.
Carlo Ancelotti was impressed by Jordan Pickford’s performance during the 1-1 draw away from home against Burnley.
The result was not disastrous for the Toffees but their worrying defensive record must improve soon.
Ancelotti was pleased to see his team return to winning ways against Fulham, despite his defenders struggling at times.
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“Unfortunately sometimes he makes mistakes, as all of the players do…”
“He is a striker and the problem we had was, we didn’t defend properly in the past three games.”
Ancelotti also gave his backing to James, whose form has dipped slightly after a brilliant start in the Premier League.
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“Everton and Ancelotti trusted me when nobody did. I’ll forever be grateful to the club and to Carlo.”
Pickford sat out the game against Newcastle, but is set to line up for Everton against United on Saturday.
“It was not a good performance. The game was in the balance, they opened the scoring, we were a little bit slow in the contact…”
Pickford had started all but one of his club’s games this season and four more for England.
James, Richarlison and Digne are all out as Everton travel to St James’ Park to take on Newcastle on Sunday.
“He needs to rest for this game. I think he’ll be available for the next game against Manchester United.”
“Maybe all this talk all week against Pickford, against Richarlison, affected the decision and if so it’s not right!”
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Speaking ahead of their game against Southampton, Ancelotti said the club hopes Van Dijk recovers well.
Carlo Ancelotti is the man who adds 10-15%. This is definitely the year to be the calm, experienced head.
Ancelotti and Everton continue to impress after unbeaten start to the campaign. They currently sit top of the Prem table.
Klopp also admits that Everton look “really, really good” and hailed the impact of Ancelotti at Goodison Park.
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“The players with quality [do not] have a problem [settling in]…”
The Toffees have won six from six to start the campaign, though a trio of stars did appear to pick up injuries.
Everton boss Ancelotti has praised his side after they continued their winning start to the season.
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