OPINION
Bernard was brilliant for Everton – up until half-time. It was hardly the Brazilian’s fault that the Toffees blew a two goal lead against Newcastle United to lose 3-2 at St James’ Park, but it seemed like complacency crept into Marco Silva’s men at half-time, and that led to their demise. Bernard was great in the first-half though, and many Everton fans were right to praise him for that. However he, like everyone else, went missing after the break and the Toffees failed to pick up what should have been three super points on the road. Huge questions are going to be asked of Silva after this game. The Portuguese boss has overseen next to no improvement since taking charge at Goodison Park and summer signings, like Bernard, have not delivered the goods on a regular enough basis. Everton’s defeat at Newcastle summed up their season perfectly, as did the Brazilian’s overall performance.
This is Futbol has rounded up some of the best tweets below:
Bernard is fantastic player. Good header from DCL. #EFC
— Nicky (@Nicky_efc) March 9, 2019
Bernard is unbelievable good #efc
— Mike (@blackhurst92) March 9, 2019
Some quick halftime thoughts:
MOTM so far – Bernard, easily.
Pickford really hates the Toon, and vice versa.
Lee Mason has lost control of this game.
Everton's quick movement getting under Newcastle's skin.
Where have these hungry, incisive Blues been all season?#EFC #NEWEVE— Royal Blue Mersey (@RBMersey) March 9, 2019
https://twitter.com/EFCLynne/status/1104409626290909184
Digne,Bernard and Gomes have been exceptional
— Nick Williams (@nickwillo4efc) March 9, 2019
Bernard is incredible. That is all
— Big Thing (@Jaylen038) March 9, 2019
Playing some lovely stuff, just give Bernard the MOTM for that touchline control and flick ?
— Everton Phil (@PhilipPitcher) March 9, 2019