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It’s the hope that kills you by Nobilo

I’m an Everton fan. Not a long-standing one...been avid for about 6 years. I have never seen a win in Merseyside Derby. Best results have been gutty draws. Worst getting worked by Liverpool u-21 team in Cup last year.

Nonetheless, I will be awake at 7:30a ET with 10% hope that Everton’s great start is confirmed with a performance tomorrow, and 90% fear that reality kicks back in with another drubbing. I hate that Villa ran it up on Liverpool before the break, as they will certainly be focused tomorrow.

Regardless, James’ left foot is by itself worth watching the season.