Idrissa Gueye
EVESenegal
Right
Sep 26, 1989
36
5'9"
146 lb
CM
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Box-to-Box
EvertonAssists in win
Gueye assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Chelsea.
Analysis: Gueye was on the scoresheet Saturday, assisting with a key pass and two successful dribbles during the win over Chelsea. He's started the last nine matches since his return from injury, recording two assists with three shots on target seven key passes in that span.
Four shots in loss
Gueye recorded four shots (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Manchester United.
Analysis: Gueye recorded a season-high four shots Monday, however he failed to put a single one on target. He also recorded three inaccurate crosses, rounding out a high-volume yet inefficient performance from him. He was solid on the defensive end though as he won five duels, intercepted one pass and won two tackles across his 90 minutes of action.
Assist Monday
Gueye assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United.
Analysis: Gueye started in his first match back from AFCON and showed how much he was missed, earning an assist on Thierno Barry's goal in the 76th minute. This marks his first assist of the season, coming after 14 appearances. After a month out of league action, he has some catching up to do, with three goal contributions this campaign.
Back from international duty
Gueye is back from international duty with Senegal at the AFCON and an option moving forward for Everton, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "He walked in the building about half an hour ago, so I can only tell you that I knocked a window at him and shouted out the window at him, but nothing else. I've not had a chance to greet him and congratulate him."
Analysis: Gueye is back to Everton as an AFCON champion with Senegal and available after his international duty. The midfielder has two full days to rest before Monday's clash against Leeds United, suggesting he could be set to claim back his starter role in the heart of the game of the Toffees.
Off to AFCON
Gueye is joining Senegal for AFCON, and is expected to be away from Everton for at least three weeks.
Analysis: Gueye has been one of the most important pieces in the starting XI throughout this season and is now set to miss one of the busiest parts of the schedule. His absence should force Tim Iroegbunam into the starting XI alongside James Garner in holding midfield. Gueye has started every single match he's been fit and available for.
Suspension cleared
Gueye is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.
Analysis: Gueye has served his three-match ban due to the straight red card he received against Manchester United after slapping a teammate and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder is an undisputed starter in the heart of the game for the Toffees and will claim back that role on Saturday against Chelsea.
Sent off Monday
Gueye was sent off Monday after being shown a straight red card for slapping a teammate.
Analysis: Gueye was frustrated with a teammate after a poor passage of play and was handed his marching orders. Slapping a teammate falls under the Premier Leagues rules for violent conduct, meaning the red card is an automatic three-match ban. Gueye will miss clashes against Newcastle, Bournemouth, and Nottingham Forest. Tim Iroegbunam should step into a larger role in the starting XI in his absence.
Scores opener in 2-0 win
Gueye scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Fulham.
Analysis: Gueye opened the scoring as Everton beat Fulham 2-0 at home. This was the midfielder's second goal of the season, having previously scored in Everton's 2-1 defeat at Liverpool. This is the first time in the last six games that he has taken more than one shot and put a shot on target. Defensively, he also contributed winning his only tackle, making an interception and making three clearances.
Nets in loss
Gueye scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Liverpool.
Analysis: Gueye had an excellent finish into the top corner during Saturday's loss, a nice goal for the midfielder. He's not normally a major offensive threat, and tends to be brought into the team as a more defensive option. He has the talent to finish chances, but he's not going to frequently be in places to cash in on that. Gueye should have some easier matches coming up with Liverpool away out of the way.
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