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Statistically, Everton’s best starting XI since 2000 would be based on a combination of appearances, goals, assists, clean sheets (for defenders and goalkeepers), and overall impact. Here’s a strong selection based on those factors:
Everton’s Best XI (2000–Present) (4-2-3-1 formation)
Goalkeeper:
Tim Howard (2006–2016) – 354 PL appearances, club record for clean sheets in the Premier League era.
Defenders:
Seamus Coleman (2009–Present) – Over 400 appearances, Everton captain, one of the best attacking full-backs in the club’s history.
Leighton Baines (2007–2020) – Over 400 games, highest-scoring defender in PL history for Everton, elite in assists and penalties.
Phil Jagielka (2007–2019) – Club captain, over 350 appearances, defensive leader, key in best defensive seasons.
Joleon Lescott (2006–2009) – 10+ goals across two seasons, part of Everton’s best defensive record in a decade.
Midfielders:
Idrissa Gueye (2016–2019, 2022–Present) – Defensive workhorse, statistically one of the best tacklers in the league.
Mikel Arteta (2005–2011) – 161 PL appearances, playmaker, set-piece specialist, top assists provider.
Attacking Midfielders:
Steven Pienaar (2007–2011, 2012–2016) – Technically gifted, key to Everton’s attacking play under David Moyes.
Wayne Rooney (2002–2004, 2017–2018) – Everton’s youngest goalscorer, later returned to lead the team.
Richarlison (2018–2022) – Over 50 goals, big-game player, crucial in keeping Everton in the PL (2021-22 season).
Striker:
Romelu Lukaku (2013–2017) – Everton’s all-time top PL scorer (68 goals), consistently prolific.
Honourable Mentions:
• Nigel Martyn (GK)
• Lucas Digne (LB)
• Joseph Yobo (CB)
• Gareth Barry (CM)
• Marouane Fellaini (CAM)
• Tim Cahill (CAM)
• Duncan Ferguson (ST)
This XI balances defensive solidity with attacking firepower and includes players who made significant contributions statistically and emotionally to the club. Would you make any changes?
Statistically, Everton’s best starting XI since 2000 would be based on a combination of appearances, goals, assists, clean sheets (for defenders and goalkeepers), and overall impact. Here’s a strong selection based on those factors:
Everton’s Best XI (2000–Present) (4-2-3-1 formation)
Goalkeeper:
Tim Howard (2006–2016) – 354 PL appearances, club record for clean sheets in the Premier League era.Defenders:
Seamus Coleman (2009–Present) – Over 400 appearances, Everton captain, one of the best attacking full-backs in the club’s history. Leighton Baines (2007–2020) – Over 400 games, highest-scoring defender in PL history for Everton, elite in assists and penalties. Phil Jagielka (2007–2019) – Club captain, over 350 appearances, defensive leader, key in best defensive seasons. Joleon Lescott (2006–2009) – 10+ goals across two seasons, part of Everton’s best defensive record in a decade.Midfielders:
Idrissa Gueye (2016–2019, 2022–Present) – Defensive workhorse, statistically one of the best tacklers in the league. Mikel Arteta (2005–2011) – 161 PL appearances, playmaker, set-piece specialist, top assists provider.Attacking Midfielders:
Steven Pienaar (2007–2011, 2012–2016) – Technically gifted, key to Everton’s attacking play under David Moyes. Wayne Rooney (2002–2004, 2017–2018) – Everton’s youngest goalscorer, later returned to lead the team. Richarlison (2018–2022) – Over 50 goals, big-game player, crucial in keeping Everton in the PL (2021-22 season).Striker:
Romelu Lukaku (2013–2017) – Everton’s all-time top PL scorer (68 goals), consistently prolific.Honourable Mentions:
• Nigel Martyn (GK)
• Lucas Digne (LB)
• Joseph Yobo (CB)
• Gareth Barry (CM)
• Marouane Fellaini (CAM)
• Tim Cahill (CAM)
• Duncan Ferguson (ST)
This XI balances defensive solidity with attacking firepower and includes players who made significant contributions statistically and emotionally to the club. Would you make any changes?