Tim Cahill, Everton’s makeshift striker, will now have his name alongside Dixie Dean in the club’s record books.
Late equalizer from the Australia midfielder against Liverpool on Monday was his third at Anfield for the Toffees. This is a feat, which nobody has accomplished since the era, when Dean was a part of the team.
29-year-old midfielder said: ‘Am I being referred as Dixie? I have no idea of it. Honestly, I care more about the importance of the goal for both the team and fans.’
Speaking on the performance of his side against Liverpool in a 1-1 draw, Cahill said, ‘You need to work hard chasing after players like Steven Gerrard to be in the game. This is the reason why we have great pride even if we secure a point against Liverpool, as they are an excellent side.’
‘I thought Pepe Reina made it really difficult for us with couple of amazing saves, but we got through in the end and this is what matters.’
Cahill decided not to celebrate his achievement saying: ‘I do not wish to disrespect Liverpool in any manner.’
‘I’m lucky to score thrice at Anfield, but do not want anyone in trouble with too much of celebration.’
Now, Everton will be aiming for yet another performance of high magnitude on this weekend, when they make a return to Anfield for their FA Cup encounter against the Reds.
‘We will be coming back on Sunday and preparing ourselves in the same way. We’ll do what is right and make sure that mistakes made in the league game are not repeated.’
