THE FIFA Confederations Cup doesn’t really register on these shores.

England are rarely in danger of being eligible for a competition which sees the holders of the six confederation championships, as well as the World Cup champions and upcoming World Cup hosts, take part.

The BBC are to screen all 16 games live and though the action will be a fix for all football junkies, it is hardly going be essential viewing for most fans.

However, the coverage on ESPN in America would interest Evertonians.

New Blues manager Roberto Martinez has flown to the US to be part of the broadcasters’ coverage of the tournament which runs until June 30.

Martinez will provide expert analysis and no doubt keep the rumour mill going as he passes comment on a host of players.