Embattled Everton boss Rafa Benitez has found an unlikely supporter in former Manchester United star Patrice Evra, ahead of the Merseyside derby.
Benitez is preparing to take his struggling side into battle tonight at home against their in-form arch rivals, and his former club, Liverpool.
Despite a bright start at Goodison Park, during which Everton won four out of six Premier League matches, the Spaniard failed to win over sceptical Blues' fans and now there is open hostility from some quarters.
Everton manager Rafa Benitez takes his struggling side into a tough Merseyside derby tonight
It all piles pressure on Benitez and his players, who will have their work cut out to contain the Reds.