Should Everton unleash the DOGS OF WAR? Joe Royle's famous battle cry saved the Toffees from relegation in 1995 (and won them an FA Cup), but Frank Lampard may have left it too late to turn to the dark arts as he looks to avoid the drop

Everton's 'Dogs of War' are confident the Toffees will have enough to stay in the Premier League this season, if they can play without fear and stick together.

It is late in the day, but Everton's fighting spirit re-emerged in the Merseyside derby and they will need more of the same if they are to survive in the Premier League, starting today against Chelsea.

Earl Barrett, who helped steer Everton to safety in 1995 as part of Joe Royle's famous 'Dogs of War' team, has told Sportsmail he believes that resolve, coupled with talented players, will see them home.