Team News: Nikica Jelavic recalled for Everton

Nikica Jelavic recalled for Everton

Croatian striker Nikica Jelavic has been recalled to the Everton starting lineup for this afternoon's home FA Cup tie against Sunderland.

Tim Cahill and Leon Osman also return to the midfield, while Royston Drenthe will begin the match on the right wing.

Nicklas Bendtner has shaken off a knee injury to start up front for Sunderland, who have Michael Turner at centre-back.

Everton: Howard; Neville, Heitinga, Distin, Baines; Osman, Rodwell, Fellaini, Drenthe, Cahill; Jelavic

Sunderland: Mignolet; Bardsley, Bridge, Turner, O'Shea; Larsson, Gardner, Colback, McClean; Campbell, Bendtner

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