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Everton boss Ronald Koeman salutes goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg for ‘fantastic’ response to criticism via Daily Mail

Everton manager Ronald Koeman has praised Maarten Stekelenburg for responding to his critics in the best possible manner. The Dutch keeper saved two penalties in the draw at Manchester City.
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Burnley v Everton: match preview via The Guardian

Burnley will be looking to replicate their 2-0 win over Liverpool when they come up against Everton. Despite an encouraging start to the season, it will be tough going against a Ronald Koeman’s side who seem rejuvenated following his appointment in the summer. The visitors are just two points off a Champions League place and boast one of the division’s form players in Romelu Lukaku. They have also won the past three league contests between the teams. Alex Bowmer

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Everton keeper Maarten Stekelenburg out to repay Ronald Koeman’s faith via The Guardian

After a turbulent few seasons, the Dutchman credits stability with his impact at Goodison Park, including those two penalty saves against Manchester City
Ronald Koeman described it as the game of Maarten Stekelenburg’s life but the occasion passed without ceremony at Everton. “Phil [Jagielka] said thank you but I am still waiting for dinner,” the Holland goalkeeper says, though he will not pursue an invitation. Repaying his manager’s faith is sufficient reward.

Two penalty saves from Kevin De Bruyne and Sergio Agüero – both conceded by Jagielka – plus outstanding stops in open play from the Manchester City pair earned Everton a point and Stekelenburg the plaudits at the Etihad Stadium last weekend. It was only the eighth time a goalkeeper has saved two spot-kicks in a Premier League game and a first in Stekelenburg’s career, schooldays included, but he rates the final fingertip save from De Bruyne’s swerving drive as the highlight.

Related: Ronald Koeman hopes dropping Ross Barkley for Everton will be wake-up call

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Everton No 1 Maarten Stekelenburg reminds that a keeper’s ‘priority is to save balls’ via Daily Mail

He has been considering the arguments about how it is important for men in his position to now be comfortable with the ball at their feet but Stekelenburg feels there is a danger of losing sight.
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