Everton fans to transform Goodison Park atmosphere for crunch Leeds United clash

Everton fans are banding together to create an electric atmosphere at Goodison Park for the visit of Leeds United on Saturday afternoon.

The Blues find themselves in a difficult run of form which continued when new manager Frank Lampard was unable to win his debut Premier League match in charge of the club last time out.

A return home for the first time since the rousing 4-1 FA Cup victory over Brentford in Lampard's first game as Everton boss, however, is being seen as a great opportunity to turn things around.

Blues fan groups are uniting in a bid to get Goodison absolutely rocking once again - encouraging fellow supporters to bring banners, flags and their best singing voices with them on Saturday.

A statement from the groups involved in the movement read: "Evertonians have always been there for our club and always will be.

"There’s been lots of off-field distractions in recent weeks, but there’s one thing that unites all Evertionians - and that’s getting behind the team. There’s never been a more important time for us to do so in our club’s recent history.

"Every Blue has their own memories of how special Goodison can be and how intimidating it can be for opposition teams.

"We need to recreate that and show how we back the team as soon as we step foot into the ground and from the first whistle to the last.

"A number of us [including The Originals, Everton Fans’ Forum, View From The Bullens and the County Road Bobblers] have come together in the last few days to think about every possible way Goodison can be the fortress we know it can.

"We’ve shared a few ideas with the club and are encouraging Blues to bring their flags, banners, rattles and voices on Saturday. It's not about telling anyone how to support their