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If I'm honest I never wanted Marco Silva, but couldn't really think of who I would've wanted instead. Apart from feeling he hadn't done enough at Watford, I found it worrying that we were continuing to pursue a manager who appeared to fall to pieces after having his head turned. But when he got here I gave him my full support and thought 'No matter how he starts, he needs at least 18 months to get things right and put his own players and system in place. Then we can see how things are'. We had a good strong finish to last season, and we've started decent enough this season. But we all know how quickly a situation can turn, how easily the wheels can come off and have everything come crashing down. So I'll wait until the end of the year before I start criticising or praising the guy. By then we should be in a far better position to judge him, the foundation he has laid, the players he's brought in, his system and tactics, and also how we appear to be progressing with him in charge. Hopefully Silva will turn out to be the man to take us to where we want to be, or at least put us on the next level... because we can really do without the Managerial merry-go-round. Including Silva, we've had four Managers in about five years plus two stints by Unsworth. That type of disruption to the Club, players, and staff, just isn't good at all.

Yes... yes I admit it... I've been seeing another forum. It was all innocent enough at first... you know... I would just look. But then I found myself wanting more, and I thought "one little post will be fine, no one needs to know". Before I knew it I was out of control posting about players, score predictions, and even started using emojis. I'm so disappointed in myself

From the Echo: " Everton boss Marco Silva has confirmed Lucas Digne is fit and available for his side's trip to face Aston Villa on Friday. There were initially some doubts over the availability of the defender after he was withdrawn in the second half against Watford last weekend. However, the French international trained with the rest of the squad this week and the manager has confirmed he will be up for selection as the Blues travel to the Midlands on Friday evening. Leighton Baines, who hasn't featured for Everton yet this season, is also available after recovering from a thigh issue. "

Then nothing for the rest of the season To be honest, I think with is pace and tricky play Bernard could catch their defence out early in the game.

Just going to cut 'n' paste what I wrote on another forum: Not keen on the Friday evening kickoff if I'm honest, but really looking forward to the game. I like Aston Villa, and this is a good old fashioned fixture between two traditional clubs who both have a rich footballing history.It's early in the season and Villa are a bit of an unknown quantity, having just been promoted, so I just hope we can do the business and come away with all three points, and not get caught off guard.Apparently, if we keep a clean sheet on Friday, it will be the first time since the 1912/13 season that we have not conceded a goal in our first three fixtures. Spurs 2-0, Boro 0-0, and Notts County 4-0. Mind you, I believe Villa went on to win the FA Cup and came runners up in the League that season; with us finishing 11th, one place above Liverpool.

Aston Villa 1 Everton 3 Bernard

Personally I think we are about the same, but to be honest it's far too early to assess right now. Have to say, this fence I'm sitting on is nice and comfy.

It's Jordan Pickford for me. Made a couple of decent blocks to secure our lead and keep us the game.

Not sure when we became a fanbase that turns it's nose up at actually winning a trophy and bringing some success to the club after nearly two and a half decades of fook all, but as for as I'm concerned I want us to win every competition we enter, and I really hope Silva has a proper go at getting some silverware this (and every) season. That said, we'll probably struggle against Lincoln and get beat one nil like we did against Grimsby in the 80's

Everton 2 Watford 2 Mina

I guess I'm not what you'd call a 'Glass Half Full' type of person

Really like Besic and had high hopes for him. He's obviously not going any place at Everton, so I hope he settles in at Sheffield Utd and has a great season with them. With a bit of luck the move will become a permanent one for him.

Have a feeling we'll just not get into this game for some reason. Really hope we've not bought a 'like for like' replacement (injury wise) for McCarthy with Fabian Delph.

Crystal Palace 3 Everton 0 No Scorer

Think we'll have a weak start to the season to be honest, but will pick up after a bit of a settling in period after the coming and going of players. I feel we'll see more from Bernard and think he may be the one to up his game and stand out the Blues. Although I have us finishing in 7th place, I really believe we'll end up nearer the 10th spot. But what do I know about football? F*ck all is what.

Defeat Spurs 4 Everton 1 Lucas Moura

Everton 1 Burnley 0 Schneiderlin

Went for Pickers. Thought he made a few decent stops today to make sure we didn't mess things up again. A bit of redemption for the guy, which is nice.

2-0 win Everton Bernard

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Cardiff 1 Everton 3 Tosun

Everton 2 Bournemouth 2 Walcott

This is going to be a tough one, and I don't see us getting all three points. If I were Silva I would rest a player or two; it may be a risk for the game but I think it would be beneficial for the rest of the season. Pickford Kenny Keane Zouma Digne Gana Davies Walcott Bernard Richarlison Tosun

Going for Leighton Baines this time. It was brilliant seeing him run up and down the wing again and putting some decent crosses in the box.