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Everton’s predicted lineup vs. Leicester City: Does James Rodriguez hold the key to victory?

By Zac Jones

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 24: James Rodriguez of Everton shoots under pressure from Joey Pelupessy (L) and Jack Marriott of Sheffield Wednesday during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Everton and Sheffield Wednesday at Goodison Park on January 24, 2021 in Liverpool, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - JANUARY 24: James Rodriguez of Everton shoots under pressure from Joey Pelupessy (L) and Jack Marriott of Sheffield Wednesday during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Everton and Sheffield Wednesday at Goodison Park on January 24, 2021 in Liverpool, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) /
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Right Wing: James Rodriguez

James Rodriguez put in a mesmerising display against Sheffield Wednesday, grabbing two assists and leading Everton comfortably into the next round of the FA Cup.

The Colombian looks to be getting back to his best and showing the same sharpness that helped the Toffees make their scintillating start to the season. If Rodriguez can carry this momentum into Wednesday’s game, then he may just hold the key to unlocking Leicester City’s defence.

Centre Forward: Dominic Calvert-Lewin

The Blues’ faithful will have been delighted to see Dominic Calvert-Lewin return to the side against Sheffield Wednesday and would have been even happier to see him grab his first goal since early December in the process.

The England striker played just over an hour on Sunday before being substituted. Ancelotti knows that Dom will be key in tomorrow’s game and will have a difficult battle against the likely pair of Wesley Fofana and Jonny Evans in the centre of Leicester’s defence.

Left Wing: Richarlison

Richarlison has had a strange season for Everton so far this season and has struggled to get going. He has had spells in and out of the side due to injuries and suspensions and has struggled to reach the high standards he has set for himself in previous campaigns.

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However, an important goal on Sunday will have helped his confidence and he is clearly frustrated to be taken off 75 minutes. Hopefully, the Brazilian will be raring to go against Leicester City and determined to remind everyone what he is capable of.

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