Everton boss David Moyes has taken a swipe at his players after defeat to Manchester United.

Moyes said Everton did not deserve to be grouped with the likes of Aston Villa, Tottenham and Manchester City in terms of pushing for a top four spot.

"If you've come to watch us recently, I'd say you're right not to mention us in that breath," said Moyes, who saw his side outclassed by Benfica in two Europa League matches in the last month.

"We're not performing like a team that should be in the top quadrant of the Premier League right now."