WATFORD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Sam Allardyce, Manager of Everton looks dejected during the Premier League match between Watford and Everton at Vicarage Road on February 24, 2018 in Watford, England. (Photo by Alex Broadway/Getty Images)

Everton have seen a lack of consistency kill their season. We look at some of the startling statistics during the last 16 matches under Sam Allardyce, which must be addressed immediately.

Most Everton supporters, myself included, felt optimistic heading into the Watford match on the back of the trip to Dubai. It’s always the hope that kills.

The Blues lost 1-0 at Vicarage Road on Saturday evening, which continued their dreadful away form. Everton had 46 percent of the possession and only two shots on target, after playing a very similar lineup to the Crystal Palace match.

Two weeks ago we saw them register 11 shots, five of which were on target. Why such a contrast in performance?

Lack of consistency has been the reason for the demise of the Toffees this season. However, there are a couple of critical statistics that seem all too consistent in the Sam Allardyce era.

Everton have the fewest shots of any side in the Premier League.

Performances have been dreadful, but this is downright scary. The Toffees have a ridiculous amount of talent – on paper – and there is no excuse to perform in such a submissive way.

The club’s transfer policy throughout the summer was underlined by the idea that the squad collectively needs to contribute to the match stat sheet. The Blues has spent more than 200 million Euros since June and it seems all for naught.

After 28 matches played, Wayne Rooney is still the leading scorer with 10 goals.

The Toffees have lacked desirable options up front most of the season. Allardyce had to choose between a 19-year-old with little Premier League experience and an Everton outcast to lead the line until January.

But wait, there’s more!

Everton have created the fewest chances from open play in the Premier League.

Another scary statistic defining the awful season the Toffees are having.

Allardyce has been including Gylfi Sigurdsson and Rooney on a weekly basis. Lack of forward options has been damning, but they have more than enough midfielders with an eye for goal.

The Blues have a midfield player with a prolific right foot in Davy Klaassen. However, Big Sam refuses to allow him anywhere near a matchday squad.

What’s next?

The club must start planning for a future without Allardyce as quickly as possible. Until then, survival is the key.

The senior players need to step up, take charge, and lead by example. Grab the match by the scruff of the neck, or don’t step foot on the pitch.

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