Sean Dyche’s first game in charge of Everton saw his new side beat Premier League leaders Arsenal 1-0 at Goodison Park.
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Everton goalscorer James Tarkowski celebrates. Photo: @everton |
The Toffees dented the Gunners’ title hopes with a spirited and deserved victory on Saturday afternoon.
Everton took the lead just after the hour mark. Another deep corner from McNeil was this time met by James Tarkowski, who fought off the challenge of Odegaard to head home the opener.
“Big. Three. Points…” for Everton ⬇️
FT. YESSSSSS!!!!!!!! ✊
Big. Three. Points…
UP THE TOFFEES!!! 💙💙💙 pic.twitter.com/QUgiiRZOpW
— Everton (@Everton) February 4, 2023
Appeals for an Arsenal penalty were dismissed when Neal Maupay and Idrissa Gueye were cleared of bringing down Gabriel inside the box, though replays suggested the Frenchman may have tripped the Gunners defender.90min
Amadou Onana emerged Player Of The Match for Everton ⬇️
Beast mode: 🔛
With 69% of the vote, Amadou Onana is your #EVEARS POTM! 🔋 pic.twitter.com/SGza25yGOW
— Everton (@Everton) February 4, 2023