Sean Dyche said Everton’s fans were “fantastic” as he praised the Goodison Park crowd’s role in the win over Arsenal.
The new Blues boss had made clear he was aware of issues between the club hierarchy and supporters ahead of his first match in charge and committed to trying to understand them. He urged fans to give his players a “chance to breathe” and back them on the pitch - which they did as they roared the side on for 90 minutes.
Ahead of the Merseyside derby Dyche acknowledged that support and how vital it is to Everton’s hopes for this season.
