Duo could return against Norwich

Lyndon Lloyd , 23 November, 13comments | Jump to most recent

Gibson and Mirallas making good progress

Darron Gibson and Kevin Mirallas could both be fit enough to play against Norwich City tomorrow as the duo recover from thigh and hamstring injuries respectively. David Moyes made no promises, though, in his pre-match press conference saying that both players are doing "okay".

Gibson played a little over an hour for the U-21s earlier in the week after missing 10 weeks with a lingering tendon issue and could make a substitute appearance at least for the first team this weekend.

"He's coming on and doing okay," Moyes said of the Irishman. "He had a game for the Under-21s last week so he's making some progress."

Asked if he could play against the Canaries, Moyes said: "Possibly."

"We need everyone back," he continued, "but you've got to get them back at the right time and when you think they're ready."

If Moyes decides not to risk Gibson, Thomas Hitzlsperger could make his second start alongside Leon Osman.

Mirallas, meanwhile, missed the defeat at Reading last Saturday after pulling a hamstring a fortnight ago.

"He's doing okay as well," said Moyes. "He's making some improvement and time helps improve it. We'll be hoping that he'll be okay."

Quotes or other material sourced from Everton FC

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Shane Corcoran
1 Posted 23/11/2012 at 16:52:30

I'd be guessing that Mirallas will start – even if not fully fit – in Fellaini's absence. Gibson less likely with Hitzlsperger doing okay in there.

Jamie Barlow
2 Posted 23/11/2012 at 16:58:39

I've just watched the press conference.

I thought Moyes's comment about Rafa taking the Chelsea job was great.

Tony J Williams
3 Posted 23/11/2012 at 17:01:58

What did he say Jamie?

Jamie Barlow
4 Posted 23/11/2012 at 17:04:54

He was asked if he was pleased to see Rafa back in English football.

He said " It's great for Rafa, he's got the chance to manage a really big club which are used winning things and competing at the top end of the league."

I'm not sure if it was a dig or not now I've just watched it back. I'd like to think it was.

Tony J Williams
5 Posted 23/11/2012 at 17:23:21

Class!

Nick Entwistle
6 Posted 23/11/2012 at 17:44:02

Blimey, all we need now is Hibbert and we're back to full strength. Neville to RB until that happens?

Nick Entwistle
7 Posted 23/11/2012 at 17:45:49

...and I don't care he's injured at the moment!

Jamie Tulacz
8 Posted 23/11/2012 at 18:07:51

According to the BBC, Hibbo could be back too (though sounds like maybe not from the press conference). Classic comment by Moyes – hope he did mean it in the way we're interpreting..!

Barry Rathbone
9 Posted 23/11/2012 at 18:28:37

Fergie's comment was equally as sharp, said Benitez was lucky.

Went on to say Benitez's CV could have 2 World Champions on it — neither of which were his sides; mentioned his 6 months at Inter as well.

Get in.

Peter Parker
10 Posted 23/11/2012 at 19:23:58

Coleman and Distin injured?

Sam Higgins
11 Posted 23/11/2012 at 22:16:57

Get the feeling Benitez isn't too popoular with the others

Sam Hoare
12 Posted 23/11/2012 at 23:36:15

Hope these two feature at some point. Could do with a solid win and both of them ready to start vs arsenal next week.

Peter Barry
13 Posted 24/11/2012 at 05:16:48

We need to tighten up the defense and for all our attacking prowess and vast number of shots the number of actual goals scored is pathetic.

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