Southampton midfielder Victor Wanyama believes the club has the strength in depth to remain competitive in both the Europa League and the Premier League this season.
Clubs have typically struggled to replicate successful form in campaigns that include Europa League fixtures, with Everton last season finishing six places and 25 points adrift of their 2013-14 results.
But Wanyama expects Ronald Koeman's side to cope with the pressures and believes their performance in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Newcastle United has already proved they are up to the task.
"We know it's not easy," he told the Southern Daily Echo. "But we showed in the second half [against Newcastle] what we can do, so I think we can cope with it - playing Thursday and Sunday.
"We just need the same spirit that we showed in the second half. If we keep on doing that then I think we can cope with two games in one week.
"I think it's psychological and also physical, because it demands a lot of energy. In between, you need rest, so if you get your rest then just think about the next game.
"I think that's the thing - just think about the next game because it's always a few days to the next one. Then you need to concentrate more and show focus."
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