Everton boss Ronald Koeman apologised to the club's fans after the dismal 3-0 Europa League defeat to Atalanta and stressed he was responsible for what had happened
Ronald Koeman
Ronald Koeman
Everton boss Ronald Koeman apologised to the club's fans after the dismal 3-0 Europa League defeat to Atalanta and stressed he was responsible for what had happened.
Five days after the 3-0 home loss to Tottenham, the Toffees' Group E opener in Reggio Emilia saw them produce a second successive dire display, with their sub-standard effort thoroughly punished by a dynamic Atalanta side who scored three times in the first half.
When asked in his post-match press conference if he shared the supporters' anger, the Dutchman said: "Yes of course. I'm really sorry for the fans. A really poor first half in all aspects, without the right attitude and I am responsible. It's a big lesson today," he said.
"I need to ask myself the question, what I did wrong. Because what I saw on the pitch was a big difference between Atalanta and Everton in belief and confidence, and also in aggression and passion. The pitch was not the best, but it was the same problem for Atalanta."
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