Tottenham Hotspur v Everton

New boy Brian McBride could solve Everton's striking problems as they bid to bounce back from their FA Cup embarrassment at Tottenham.

Tottenham Hotspur v Everton

New boy Brian McBride could solve Everton's striking problems as they bid to bounce back from their FA Cup embarrassment at Tottenham.

The American is standing by if Kevin Campbell fails to recover from a leg injury and fellow new signing Ibrahim Said joins him in the squad.

David Moyes' options are limited by the suspensions of Wayne Rooney, Thomas Gravesen and David Weir, while Tobias Linderoth is also struggling with a knee problem.

But Joseph Yobo, Alessandro Pistone and Steve Watson all trained this week and are expected to be fit.

Tottenham manager Glenn Hoddle will give late fitness checks to skipper Teddy Sheringham and defender Dean Richards, who both have knee injuries.

Simon Davies has recovered from an ankle injury, but Les Ferdinand sits out the final game of a three-match suspension.

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