Koeman: We Must Kick On From Here

Ronald Koeman says Everton’s Carabao Cup victory over Sunderland must act as the “first step” on a positive run of form for his team.

The Toffees had endured a tough month prior to beating the Wearsiders 3-0 in what was the first of four successive matches at Goodison Park.

And with Everton’s cup progress secured – thanks to Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s double and Oumar Niasse’s late strike – Koeman is targeting Saturday’s visit of Bournemouth to kick-start the Blues’ Premier League campaign.

Asked if seeing off Sunderland would prove a turning point in his side's season, manager Koeman said: “Let’s hope it will be positive – and what we need.

“The first step was yesterday. Now this Saturday is really important. If you play for titles, or for European football, the next game is always the most important. That is this Saturday.

“After our past few results in the Premier League, we need a good feeling and that comes from winning games.

“If you compare the results we had last season against the teams we have played until now, there is not a big difference.

“But we need to show we are still strong and confident. Winning is always the best medicine – to get that confidence you need to put in good performances.

“And good performances normally mean you are winning games.”

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