Everton predicted lineup vs Fulham: James Rodriguez returns, Joshua King starts

Everton won the return fixture at Craven Cottage.

After an enthralling FA Cup victory against Tottenham Hotspur, Everton host Fulham on Sunday. The relegation threatened Cottagers are searching for their first victory since January 9 but will have to produce a near perfect performance if they want to stand a chance against a high flying Everton side brimming with confidence.

In the press conference, Carlo Ancelotti provided updates on Dominic Calvert-Lewin and James Rodriguez. The Colombian is fit and has trained with the team and is available for selection but Calvert-Lewin is ruled out after picking up an injury midweek. Meanwhile, Jordan Pickford also remains on the sidelines meaning Robin Olsen will start between the sticks.

Everton’s sparkling form makes them the favourites to clinch all three points in the tie but they cannot get complacent. A win would take the Toffees level on points with arch rivals Liverpool with two games in hand. Here is how Everton could line up against Fulham:

Goalkeeper: Robin Olsen

Robin Olsen has started three previous games for Everton in absence of Jordan Pickford who continues his recovery from a side injury. The Swede might have conceded seven goals in three games but that number would’ve been much bigger if the 31 year old had not made spectacular saves in the first place.

The AS Roma shot stopper on loan has made 12 saves with a save percentage of 70.6%. Olsen is in commendable form and will potentially try to keep a clean sheet against Fulham who have scored just 17 goals in 22 games.