There was no triumphalism, no celebrating on the pitch with the lads, no milking of the fans’ gratitude, none of that chest-beating nonsense in front of the home end.
Just a firm shake of Mikel Arteta’s hand, a brief acknowledgement of the fantastic support and then a brisk, purposeful walk towards the tunnel. No frills, no high-fiving, no hugging, at least not in public.
This is what you get with Sean Dyche. Everything is straightforward. Beat the Premier League leaders? Deservedly beat the Premier League leaders? Great, job done, but the hard work is just starting and there is not a minute to waste, even if it would have been taken up enjoying the best atmosphere of the season at Goodison Park.
