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Everton stats reveal how David Moyes got it badly wrong vs Chelsea, one player should be fuming
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- Everton stats reveal how David Moyes got it badly wrong vs Chelsea, one player should be fuming
David Moyes' decisions towards the end of the defeat against Chelsea will spark reaction, with one squad member potentially being among them.
It was the Blues' first loss of the Premier League season, and truthfully, the performance deserved that to be the case.
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The Merseyside club lacked fight in the second half, and it felt they were simply trying to keep the score down rather than push for a result themselves.
That was further epitomised by Moyes' late substitutions, which saw the Scotsman make a rather strange decision.
With Everton chasing a goal, instead of bringing on more offensive options off the bench, Christian Norgaard was brought into the fold.
And his performance was extremely frustrating, with fellow summer signing Hayden Hackney surely asking questions now.
How Christian Norgaard frustrated against Chelsea
Norgaard was brought in to provide Everton with a calming midfield presence, and offer experience in Moyes' squad.
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However, his introduction in the 85th minute against Chelsea was far from that.
In just five minutes plus added time, Norgaard managed to lose possession four times, as per Sofascore .
Additionally, he lost the only duel that he competed in, proving to be a far from effective substitute.
With Everton chasing a goal, the Danish midfielder was not the man who needed to be brought on.
Especially with the likes of Hackney available on the bench. The former Middlesbrough midfielder has often been snubbed this season, starting just one Premier League game.
The Englishman has averaged just 26 minutes per appearance, but is known for his passing and playmaking qualities in midfield.
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After being snubbed against Chelsea, Hackney has every right to question the manager over his decision.
Merlin Rohl takes breath away: Three Everton things you may have missed vs Chelsea Norgaard has a role, but not in the way he was used against Chelsea
There is a place for Norgaard in Everton's squad, and that is when the Toffees are looking to dig in and protect a result.
His defensive qualities and experience at holding out in games are crucial in those moments.
However, the way he was used against Chelsea is not what he is best at. Norgaard is not a player who excels in getting the ball into the final third; he is a player who excels in keeping it out of the first.
Moyes must do better with his decision, as this may have cost Everton the chance to steal a late point.
