Yes, league points are far more important for the time being, but the Blues need to reacquaint themselves with the feeling of winning games and scoring goals. If they can do that against Peterborough it will have been a useful night's work, but winning the game is first and foremost.

Amid all this, Dyche is trying to prepare his underperforming side for Thursday’s third-round tie at Goodison Park and he knows he needs a result. The former Burnley boss said: “It’s just another game that’s very important,

Everton manager Sean Dyche said Tuesday he understands the Toffees' new owners may be considering his position as he battles to preserve the club's Premier League status.

Opinion - Fan on Sean Dyche's future

Sean Dyche, the Everton manager, has said he would be surprised if the club’s new owners are not considering replacing him as he vowed to fight to save his job.

EFC] Hear more from the manager Sean Dyche below. “When you’re part of a club of this nature, having a succession plan is essential to the business strategy. My focus, however, is on securing victories.