Sean Dyche has called on his attacking stars to play their role in helping to prevent leads from slipping away from his Everton side. Stephy Mavididi’s second half equaliser prevented the Blues from a vital win over Leicester City and marked the fourth consecutive match in which Everton had failed to turn a lead into a win.

Sean Dyche insists his side took a “positive mini step” after they registered their first Premier League point of the season with a 1-1 draw at Leicester. Iliman Ndiaye netted the opener as Everton went in front for a third successive match and were in position for a first win on the road in 2024.

Sean Dyche says he does not believe in luck - and does not reckon he needs it to turn around Everton 's fortunes this season.