Everton captain Seamus Coleman admits the players did not think European qualification was even possible a few months ago but now it is their sole target.
Storm Ciara disrupted an already reduced Premier League programme as Manchester City’s game with West Ham was postponed, but three other fixtures did go ahead while the rest of the division enjoyed a mid-season break.
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti insists he prioritises points over performances after admitting that for an hour against Crystal Palace the display was “not good”.
Richarlison’s superb individual goal helped lift Everton to within five points of the Champions League places after a 3-1 win over struggling Crystal Palace.
