Everton’s 2022-23 season recommences this afternoon when they face Wolves at Goodison Park in the Premier League (15.00 GMT).
The Toffees will be aiming to climb the table after the restart as they sit a disappointing 17th in the table.
Indeed, Frank Lampard has been hard at work with his squad during the break for the World Cup. Now he’ll be hoping to see improvements - especially in the attacking areas.
For the visit of Wolves, key defender Conor Coady is ruled out. Coady is on loan from Wolves and does not have permission to play.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is also a doubt, with Lampard admitting it’s going to be tight whether the striker is available. James Garner (back) and Andros Townsned (knee) and ruled out.
With that in mind, he’s the Everton team we predict to face Wolves.
1. GK - Jordan Pickford
Comes back to Everton after once again starring for England at a major tournament. Should be full of confidence. Photo: Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images
2. RB - Nathan Patterson
The Scot started the season in great form before suffering an ankle injury. He’ll be hoping to hit similar heights. Photo: Lewis Storey/Getty Images
3. CB - James Tarkowski
The colossal defender will have even more responsibility with Coady unavailable. Photo: Michael Regan/Getty Images
4. CB - Mason Holgate
Lampard has options to replace Coady and it might just be Holgate who gets the nod. He’s not had a long-term issue like Ben Godfrey and Yerry Mina, while Holgate has been ahead of Michael Keane in the pecking order. Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images