On-loan Jo helped himself to a brace as Everton eased past Rochdale 4-1 in a pre-season friendly.

Everton cruise home at Spotland

On-loan Jo helped himself to a brace as Everton eased past Rochdale 4-1 in a pre-season friendly. The Brazilian striker, who signed a one-year loan deal from Manchester City last week, notched after 32 and 78 minutes to put the visitors out of sight at Spotland. Youngster Shane Duffy tapped home the opener after seven minutes and the visitors' advantage was doubled midway through the first half courtesy of a Craig Dawson own goal. Chris Dagnall pulled one back for the hosts from the penalty spot just before the half-hour mark but then Jo got in on the act to seal Everton's victory. Everton now tackle River Plate and ML All-Stars later this month as they continue their pre-season preparations.