Everton secured all three points against Crystal Palace thanks to a late winner from midfielder Carlos Alcaraz.
David Moyes’ side entered the match following a grueling Merseyside Derby on Wednesday night.
The 61-year-old has steadied the ship at Everton, with the Toffees climbing the table and moving away from the relegation zone.
Everton were without Iliman Ndiaye, who is sidelined with a medial ligament injury and expected to miss several weeks.
As a result, Moyes had limited selection options for Saturday’s trip to Selhurst Park.
One player who earned a starting spot was January signing Carlos Alcaraz, who went on to score the decisive goal.
Carlos Alcaraz pounded Everton badge in celebration:
Some Everton fans had called for Alcaraz to start against Liverpool after his impressive debut in the FA Cup against Bournemouth.
While he only made an impact off the bench on Wednesday, he delivered a standout performance on Saturday in south London.
After providing the assist for Beto, Alcaraz sealed the victory for Everton with a goal inside the final 10 minutes.
He celebrated by pounding the Everton badge on his shirt in front of the away fans.
Moyes acknowledged that Alcaraz has impressed him in his early weeks at the club.
The Argentine has certainly taken his chance in the starting lineup, filling in admirably for the absent Abdoulaye Doucoure.
Carlos Alcaraz shines for Everton vs Crystal Palace:
Alcaraz needs to prove himself to secure a permanent move to Everton, having joined on an initial loan deal from Flamengo.
Performances like the one against Palace will undoubtedly boost his chances.
86 minutes played 1 goal 1 assist 3 key passes 36 touches 1 tackle 2 clearances
Moyes expressed disappointment with Doucoure for his red card in the derby on Wednesday, which could prove costly for the Mali midfielder.
With only a few months left on his contract, the 32-year-old may have lost his place in the starting XI.
