Alan Shearer blown away by Everton ‘powerhouse’ who ‘led by example’ v West Ham

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As a side that has not become accustomed to claiming regular wins, Everton fans are unlikely to stop glowing over Sunday’s away victory over West Ham United for a while.

And why would they? Travelling to a side that had been lauded for their fine start to the new campaign, the Toffees neutralised their potent attacking threat, hitting them on the counter with incision.

For once, Evertonians will be delighted at the prospect of their team returning to action, with Wednesday marking another chance to watch their side in action in the EFL Cup.

However, it is not just the fanbase who continue to wax lyrical about the stars, with former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer even including two of Sean Dyche’s men in his Premier League Team of the Week.

With Jarrad Branthwaite earning praise from everyone, his words on Amadou Onana helped emphasise his importance in a key win: ‘A real powerhouse performance. He led by example at the heart of Everton’s midfield.’

How did Amadou Onana play vs West Ham?

The outstanding afternoon enjoyed by the Belgium international was just one of many fine showings the 22-year-old has enjoyed this season already, starring in the engine room as a towering presence with an immense touch of class too.

Shearer’s words help to emphasise such a notion, whilst also revealing the leadership qualities that are growing within the youngster.

As such, he was demanding possession throughout, acting as the side’s metronome to ensure their away trip did not become too overawing.

He shouldered the burden, and as such managed 65 touches of the ball and maintained an 89% pass accuracy, recording one key pass, via Sofascore.

To then combine such efficiency in possession with the winning of 12 out of 17 total duels, alongside six tackles, and the combative side of Onana’s game further emerges.

Fans are swiftly becoming accustomed to dominative performances weekly now from the former LOSC Lille man, who seems to just grow with each passing game.

Perhaps their midweek clash with Burnley marks an opportunity for him to further cement himself as a hero, helping spearhead the most unlikely of cup runs too.