Moyes confident in his Everton side ahead of the Merseyside derby

Everton manager David Moyes has spoken in his latest press conference as he prepares to take on Liverpool in the Merseyside derby.

Everton host Liverpool on Wednesday night in the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park after the original game was postponed in December.

Moyes was first questioned on whether it's special because it's the last derby at such an iconic ground. 

"I've been here many years but it's a while back since my last Merseyside derby. They've always been difficult games, Liverpool are always a tough opponent. 

"But at Goodison, it has always felt much easier because we have a fantastic support behind us. 

"This game will be no different. Strange it was a rearranged fixture, so I now have the chance to manage." 

He then gave an update on defender Vitalii Mykolenko who is in contention to return to the squad which will be a huge boost for the Toffees. 

"He (Mykolenko) started some training today so hopefully he'll be available," said the Blues boss. "That's probably the main one." 

He was then asked about his derby memories and Lee Carsley's second-half goal earned Everton a 1-0 home win over Liverpool back in 2004 which is an iconic moment in the club's history.

"I've got a couple of derby memories. I'll always remember Lee Carsley's goal when we won here, and Andy Johnson. But it's always been tough as I've said. Over the years Liverpool have always been tough opponents. 

"Of course we want to win. But let's put it in perspective. The most important thing is we get points to stay in the Premier League. It's a big game. Let's hope the players are ready." 

Moyes then admitted the game had changed over the years but the fact remains that the excitement is still there and both teams will fight until the very last minute. 

"I've been involved in some of these Merseyside derbies and some of them have been incredible. When it was the case of Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher it was who will kick who the fastest.

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