Blackburn have got off to a terrible start to the season losing their opening two games whilst Everton opened their campaign with a home defeat to QPR.
Rovers boss Steve Kean has failed to secure a win for his side so far in 2011/12 with two unconvincing performances leaving fans at Ewood Park disgruntled. Despite being promised funds to strengthen his squad from owners Venkys things haven’t transpired as planned for Kean although he has signed Simon Vukcevic for £2 million from Sporting Lisbon. He could make his debut against Everton subject to international clearance. Christopher Samba could also return from a groin injury to shore up Rovers’ leaky defence and provide a double boost for Kean.
Everton on the other hand suffered a surprising defeat to QPR last week in their season opener. David Moyes will have been bitterly disappointed with his troops and will be expecting a swift reaction from his troops. They have the luxury of a game in hand on most teams so have time to rectify their current situation that sees them lie fourth bottom on zero points. They are at full strength with Seamus Coleman their only injury worry but he is out till October with an ankle injury.
With Blackburn looking tame in front of goal and Everton eager to make up for the loss against QPR the Toffees should run away with this game.
Key Players
Ryan Nelsen – With the defence shipping goals way to easily skipper Nelsen must use all of his experience to organise the back four if they are to stand any chance of picking up some points.
Mikel Arteta –The tricky Spaniard is key to Everton’s attack with his flair and creativity making the Toffees tick. If he is on form then Blackburn will be in for a beating.
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