David Moyes' return to Everton, 11 years after his initial departure, was met with skepticism. At the time, the club was struggling financially and fighting to stay in the Premier League. Now, with a new home and renewed ambitions, Everton is pushing for a European spot.
The team's transformation under Moyes has been remarkable, with a significant improvement in away form being a key factor. Since his return, Everton has become one of the best performing teams on the road, with only Arsenal and Manchester City accumulating more points away from home.
This turnaround has been fueled by Moyes' ability to make his team tough to break down, resulting in notable wins at Old Trafford, St James' Park, and Villa Park. However, their home form has been a different story, with the team struggling to replicate their away success at their new stadium. To achieve their European ambitions, Everton must address their home form, starting with the upcoming Merseyside derby against Liverpool.
By adopting a more direct approach, similar to their away games, Moyes' team may be able to turn their season around and bring European football back to the blue half of Merseyside.