Moyes must axe O’Brien after weak display for Everton vs ...

What’s Happening

Real talk: Everton narrowly took an L 1-0 to Arsenal at the Hill Dickinson Stadium thanks to a massive error from centre-back Jake O’Brien.

The Everton ace was starting at right-back as is customary under David Moye… Moyes must axe O’Brien after weak display for Everton vs Arsenal Story by Moyes must axe O’Brien after weak display for Everton vs Arsenal SportsView Mon, at 6:45 AM UTC · 2 min read Everton narrowly took an L 1-0 to Arsenal at the Hill Dickinson Stadium thanks to a massive error from centre-back Jake O’Brien. (and honestly, same)

Arsenal got a penalty, converted it, and held on to the lead till the end of the game, leaving the Toffees in tenth place on the Premier League table.

The Details

O’Brien is a centre-back by trade, but has been helping the club out at right-back. But, he is rn costing Everton points, and Moyes should consider axing him.

The 24-year-old flopped to win any of his attempted tackles, recorded a not it 19/27 completed passes (70% accuracy), and took an L possession 15 times. Only one of his four attempted long balls reached their target.

Why This Matters

Moyes needs to give someone else a shot at right-back, with O’Brien rn looking like a fish out of water in the position. He cannot afford to cost the Toffees more points. Unfortunately, the Toffees aren’t exactly blessed with numerous options, and Moyes might be forced to wait until the winter transfer window to act.

Sports analysts are already debating what this means for the competition.

Key Takeaways

• He is surplus to requirements in Bavaria after failing to nail down a place in the starting XI, and Moyes could use his services in Merseyside.
• His signing would allow O’Brien to return to his natural centre-back position.

The Bottom Line

Injuries have hampered his development, but Boey is still a ferocious, two-way right-back who can do a job for the Merseysiders, at least for the next six months. His signing would allow O’Brien to return to his natural centre-back position.

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