“I’m believing in myself”: Dibling’s renewed mentality fuels push for consistent Everton starts | OneFootball

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Tyler Dibling has said he is 'demanding more' from himself as he looks to become a regular in the Everton side.

Dibling has struggled for regular first-team football since his arrival from Southampton in 2025, and has started just four Premier League games for the Blues.

The 20-year-old has not featured in the Premier League so far this season but produced a positive performance in the League Cup win over Wolves in midweek. Dibling set up the winning goal for Charly Alcaraz in the 1-0 win, earning praise from Everton assistant Alan Irvine.

Reflecting on his performance, Dibling said he's working on playing with improved confidence and said he feels more settled at Everton after a move north last summer.

“I’m really happy [with my performance]. That’s what I did at Southampton a couple of years ago. And now I finally feel like I’m showing myself here. Today I felt good," he told evertonfc.com.

“I just had that confidence on the ball and was – how do I say this without swearing! – not giving a thing about anyone and just believing in myself.

“That's what I've been working on and it's definitely helping me in training every day. I’m just pushing myself harder – but also being easier on myself, if that makes sense. I’m just demanding more from me.

“I've got a lot of mates in the group now and I'm settled. I like coming into training and it's just easier so obviously that shows on the pitch. I had a good pre-season and tonight was good.

“I definitely feel the support from fans, too. I hear them when I'm playing, especially when they're close to me, and it’s good support.”