The message from a manager is something that defines performances. Slight tweaks and offering players the opportunity to impress was the order of the day. More emphasis on attacking football, while remaining resolute is music to all our ears. A first three points is a small step, but a hugely welcomed one.

It was too big an opportunity to turn down — I want to show I can go again’ - INTERVIEW: Back at Goodison Park after nearly 12 years away, the Scottish manager explains to Richard Jolly why a second s

A look at the changes to Everton's starting 11 that David Moyes could make for the trip to Brighton & Hove Albion

The incoming manager set out his stall as he spoke to the media - and was forceful in his messages to the players about what is required

"I thought we played well today. The three points will give us a lot of confidence. It was unlike us to concede goals but you can't take away from what Tottenham do."

The Toffees stunned Spurs in a rampant first half, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s throwback display representing the veteran manager’s strategy in the short term after a turbulent few seasons for the cl

David Moyes got his first win back as Everton manager with help from Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who ended his four-month wait for a Premier League goal

Whether it was the Gwladys Street singing the manager’s name, the players pushed high up the field, or the No 9 scoring crucial goals once again, Everton’s old ground was a place transformed in the win against Tottenham Hotspur.