The Marco Silva era will officially get underway today when Everton face Austria outfit Irdning in the first of their pre-season fixtures.

The ECHO's EFC reporter Phil Kirkbride has flown to Austria to bring us goal updates and analysis from Silva's first match as Blues boss, and he'll also have exclusive access to the Toffees' pre-season preparations.

A whole host of Everton players will be looking to impress their new manager, with the likes of Morgan Schneiderlin, Ademola Lookman, Michael Keane and Davy Klaassen set to feature.

Blues stalwarts Phil Jagielka, Seamus Coleman and Leighton Baines will also be looking to nail down places as the Silva era begins.

Stay with the ECHO for regular updates, analysis and more from behind-the-scenes of Everton's pre-season camp in Austria.