Now that the international break is over, Everton can turn its attention back to the issue at hand: surviving in the Premier League.
And we’re going to AFC Bournemouth this Saturday to kick things off.
Given the host’s most recent success there—overcoming three goals behind to defeat Luton Town 4-3—Sean Dyche faces a difficult assignment in trying to win back from the south coast.
Although such a dramatic reversal is improbable, the former Burnley manager would appreciate that kind of energy and goal-scoring attempts from his players.
But they do have something that could give them a big boost: in addition to being fully recovered from his injury, Seamus Coleman is also playing at his peak right now.
The national media rush to praise Seamus Coleman again
Well, after back-to-back stunning performances, the national media have rushed to laud the Everton captain.
And rightly so.
At 35 years old, many footballers would be forgiven for having hung up their boots and sailed off into the sunset with their endless fortunes and fulfilled careers.