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Watch Internazionale vs Chelsea Live StreamingThe 18-year-old was used regularly in the early part of the season because of Everton's injury problems but manager David Moyes was wary of overplaying the youngster.
He was given an enforced rest for nearly two months after injuring a hamstring in a Europa League tie against BATE Borisov but, having returned to fitness, Rodwell sees an opportunity to cement his place in the starting line-up.
"Sometimes you get your chances from other people's injuries, which is unfortunate for them but you've got to take that chance," he said.
"I've been working hard in training, keeping my head down and hopefully I'll get a run in the back end of the season.
"I've been out for six weeks and it was really frustrating. It's hard to get back in the team now but I'm focused and that's what I intend to do."
The teenager's fine individual goal at the weekend capped an impressive team performance against the Premier League defending champions.
