Roberto Martinez has urged his players to enjoy the battle for fourth place.
Everton are currently fifth in the Premier League table, following a superb 3-0 home win against Arsenal.
The win moves to Toffees just one point behind Arsenal, in the race for fourth place.
And Everton, who have been playing some superb football recently, look in contention for their first Champions League jorney since 2005.
Everton have been playing with a new found confidence, which has been brough about with the popular Martinez’ style of play.
Speaking to Sky, Martinez stated….
“We embrace the expectations. It’s very difficult to change the perception of which teams are going to challenge for the top four or for the title. The Premier League is the best league in world football due to the competitive edge that it has and for us to be involved in this fight is exactly what we were looking for.
“That’s been down to the good work of the players for the last 10 months, but now we’ve got 18 points to fight for and we’re realistic.
“Whatever aim you are fighting for, when you go into the final 30 points of the season – that’s the significant time of the campaign to have momentum and be fresh. We have very good momentum, we have terrific competition for places.
“The mindset of the players is very important. Even those who are out injured contribute in the week. We are ready, excited and we can’t wait to give everything we’ve got for the last 18 points.”
