When the fixture computer spewed out the November 30 fixtures, not many clashes leapt out with the tagline ‘must-watch’. But don’t panic just yet. Everton vs. Stoke has the potential to be the day’s standout match with the hosts looking to fly up the table and the visitors wary of those beneath them. Welcome to LIVE coverage of today’s bout from Goodison Park.
Premier League / Matchday 13
Goodison Park / 30.11.2013
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- G. Deulofeu(45')
- S. Coleman(49')
- B. Oviedo(58')
- R. Lukaku(79')
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Updated 30/11/2013 at 16:50 GMT
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- Highlights
90+4'
Mike Jones' whistle calls time on an excellent match. Everton thoroughly deserving of the three points and in Gerard Deulofeu they have a quality player who is only going to get better.
90+3'
Goodison Park holds its breath. In one minute the stadium will erupt...
90+2'
Shawcross makes a good block to deny Everton a potential fifth goal.
90+1'
Four minutes of added on time signalled.
90'
What a chance! A delicate touch from Mirallas sets Jelavic through on goal but the Croatian can't beat Begovic. Another quality stop.
89'
Crouch has a crack from the edge of the area. Howard is equal to it and holds on.
88'
Bit of keep-ball from the visitors but they aren't really going anywhere with it.
87'
Stoke look utterly deflated. That goal on the stroke of half-time clearly sucked the wind from them.
86'
Jelavic prods a clever pass through to Mirallas but the Belgian's effort is held by Begovic. Quick word on the Stoke stopper: he's had a really good game despite conceding four.
85'
We mentioned that Everton needed seven to draw level with their neighbours Liverpool. Didn't actually think they would get this close...
84'
Deulofeu's low cross is diverted clear by the boot of Begovic.
83'
Crouch arrives late in the penalty area but he's dispossessed.
82'
Warm applause for Pienaar as he comes off for Kevin Mirallas. Big call from Martinez to leave the winger out, but the decision has been more than justified.
81'
Deulofeu embarks on another burst into Stoke territory. If he plays like this every week, Everton have a quality addition to their team.
80'
And that will be Lukaku's final involvement as he is swapped for Nikica Jelavic.
79'
GOAL! Everton 4-0 Stoke. Far too easy for the Toffees as Oviedo rolls a ball across the face of goal where Lukaku waits to tap home. Are you watching, Jose?
78'
Given how tricky Everton's next two matches are, this will be a much-welcome three points. They travel to Old Trafford in mid-week before heading to Arsenal next weekend.
77'
Shea plays a tasty reverse ball into the path of Assaidi but the Moroccan strays offside.
76'
Huge cries for handball as the ball appears to strike a Stoke hand inside the area. The referee is having none of it. As the classic line goes, I've seen them given.
75'
Just wonder if Everton are planning to switch to a 3-5-2?