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Marco Silva Accuses Everton Players of Hiding During Shock Sheffield United Defeat

Everton manager Marco Silva has slammed his players and accused them of 'hiding' during their dismal home defeat to Sheffield United on Saturday.

The Portuguese saw his side booed off at full time following a lacklustre 2-0 defeat to the Blades at Goodison Park. It was a result that slaw Everton slump to 14th in the table after six matches, and piled the pressure on Silva to turn things around.

Now, as quoted by MailOnline Sport, Silva has revealed in press conference ahead of the Carabao Cup tie with Sheffield Wednesday that he blasted his players for their poor showing, admitting that his side were lacking character and leadership in key moments.