Everton have ended their Hill Dickinson Stadium curse by beating Burnley through goals from James Tarkowski and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
David Moyes will be delighted to have seen Everton secure their first home win since early December.
It was a night of positives at the Hill Dickinson Stadium as Tarkowski and Dewsbury-Hall sealed the Blues all three points in a dominant display.
The three points have not taken Everton up the table, but the Toffees have put pressure on the fight for the European spots.
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Let us know your thoughts on the game against Burnley over on TalkingPoints as Everton finally bring an end to the Hill Dickinson hoodoo.
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Jordan Pickford – 7
Ultimately had very little to do. Jordan Pickford’s only real involvement came in the very last moments with another stunning save.
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James Tarkowski of Everton celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the Premier League match between Everton and Burnley
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Jake O’Brien – 6
Considering how dominant Everton were, it was a very quiet evening for Jake O’Brien.
James Tarkowski – 8
Didn’t hold back with his celebration against his former club. Tarkowski opened the scoring with another set piece goal from an Everton defender.
It was the centre-back’s first goal since that equaliser against Liverpool at Goodison Park.
Jarrad Branthwaite – 8
Almost made it back-to-back games with a goal. Everton are looking like a real threat from set pieces and having Jarrad Branthwaite in the mix is a big boost.
Moyes claimed Branthwaite was comfortable at left-back, but the 23-year-old looks considerably better in his natural central role.
Vitalii Mykolenko – 6
Did not offer a lot going forward. Played a poor back pass that could have proved costly, otherwise was solid at the back.
James Garner – 9
A sensational delivery from a free-kick to provide Everton with the key needed to unlock a resolute Burnley defence.
The consistency being shown by Garner simply cannot be underestimated. He is quality.
Idrissa Gana Gueye – 7
Failed to play Iliman Ndiaye in quick enough before Burnley stepped up to play the Senegalese winger offside and deny him of a goal.
Dwight McNeil – 8
He is cementing his spot in the starting XI following another fine showing on the wing.
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Dwight McNeil was involved in yet another Everton goal, with his touch keeping the move alive for Dewsbury-Hall’s goal.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – 8
A delightful finish to double Everton’s lead. Dewsbury-Hall is looking to impress the England manager, Thomas Tuchel, and he certainly will have done so against Burnley.
Iliman Ndiaye – 8
A real live-wire throughout the game at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Deserved a goal for his performance, but will have to settle for an assist.
Beto – 6
Did not get his moment in front of goal. Offered a focal point up top, but was not a huge threat to the Burnley backline.
Substitutions
Thierno Barry – N/A
Michael Keane – N/A
Tyrique George – N/A
Tim Iroegbunam – N/A
Tyler Dibling – N/A
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