Alan Shearer criticized Dominic Calvert-Lewin for his “terrible” miss in Everton’s 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa at Villa Park on Saturday.
Calvert-Lewin, 27, scored his second goal of the season in the defeat but could at least have a hat-trick after missing a number of chances.
One of those chances brought him a goal in the 54th minute in a one-on-one with Emi Martinez. Instead of shooting, he tried to round the Villa keeper and was cleared by Ezri Konsa.
Former Newcastle striker Shearer said of today’s game (September 14): “It was an absolute keeper. Calvert-Lewin runs his run to perfection but just doesn’t open up.
“He doesn’t open up, then he gets it underfoot, it’s a terrible mistake.
“The first (chance) was key for me, if it goes, it’s 3-1, it’s a different story.”
Were Everton unlucky against Aston Villa?
In typical fashion, the Merseyside club took the lead again in the Premier League against Aston Villa when they conceded three goals after taking a 2-0 lead.
Jhon Duran’s wonder strike sealed the deal for the Villa Park faithful, leaving the traveling Blues fans scratching their heads as to what their team had done to deserve such heartbreak.
Still, Everton really haven’t been that bad and they need to keep fighting to win the Premier League.
Small positive times saw the Calvert-Lewin striker hit and miss some outstanding chances as well as hit the frame, and if he continues to persevere, the England forward will get more opportunities.
Defensively, the Toffees look shaky, especially when they take the lead, but with the return of the likes of Jarrad Branthwaite to the squad, things could start to look positive.
The Everton boss will no doubt be under extra pressure after the trip to the Midlands, even if his side weren’t as bad as the result suggests.