Get ready for some thrilling FA Cup action as Everton takes on Sunderland! While Everton's star midfielder Tim Iroegbunam is out of the picture, David Moyes has pulled out all the stops with a powerful starting lineup.
But here's the twist: Moyes has had to deal with some key absences, including Iroegbunam, Jack Grealish, and Michael Keane, who all missed the midweek Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Despite these setbacks, Moyes has assembled a formidable XI, featuring first-choice goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Jake O'Brien, who impressed against Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest, steps in for Keane at center back, allowing Nathan Patterson to start at right back.
In midfield, Merlin Rohl steps up to partner James Garner and Harrison Armstrong, who made his first Premier League start in the previous match. And up front, Tyler Dibling returns to the starting lineup, with Dwight McNeil on the left and Beto making his first start since the Burnley draw.
So, while Everton may be missing a few key players, Moyes has shown his tactical prowess by putting together a strong team. But will it be enough to overcome Sunderland? And this is the part most people miss: the bench. With Thierno Barry and Adam Aznou as the only senior outfield players on the bench, Everton's depth will be tested.
Starting XI: Pickford; Mykolenko, O'Brien, Tarkowski, Patterson; Armstrong, Garner, Rohl; McNeil, Beto, Dibling.
What do you think? Will Everton's starting lineup be enough to secure a win, or will Sunderland surprise us all? Let's discuss in the comments!
