Everton turned the ball over high up the field nine times, greater than their previous season average of seven high turnovers per game. They only allowed Tottenham 11.5 passes per defensive action (PPDA) — a metric that measures a team’s defensive pressure and intensity — compared with 15.9 for Premier League opponents prior to Sunday.

Jake O’Brien is handed his full Premier League debut as Everton face Tottenham Hotspur at Goodison Park. O’Brien has had limited minutes since arriving from Lyon in the summer transfer window. He’s only made three league appearances so far - but is handed a chance as David Moyes aims for his first win since returning as manager.

Manager David Moyes oversaw the first victory of his second Everton spell, as the Toffees held on for a 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur at Goodison Park. Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Iliman Ndiaye were on target for the hosts, who ended a six-match winless streak in the Premier League.

Moyes refuses to get carried away after Everton hold on for 3-2 Tottenham win 19/01/2025 Goodison Park, Liverpool, UK