Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Thierno Barry both found the net as Everton secured a clinical 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace in their Premier League clash.
Crystal Palace began brightly and created the contest's first major opening after twelve minutes when Tyrick Mitchell delivered an inviting cross from the left flank.
Daniel Muñoz met the delivery at the far post and directed a dangerous effort towards the top corner, only for Jordan Pickford to produce a superb fingertip save over the crossbar.
Everton grew into the game and broke the deadlock three minutes before half-time when Dewsbury-Hall found space to finish past Dean Henderson.
The hosts maintained their attacking momentum after the interval and doubled their advantage in the 53rd minute through a powerful header from Barry.
Barry rose highest inside the penalty area to connect cleanly and power his header beyond Henderson to give Everton full control of the contest.
Palace sought a response through forward Jean-Philippe Mateta, but the visitors struggled to break through a disciplined backline led by James Tarkowski.
Pickford was alert when called upon in the Everton goal, keeping a clean sheet to deny the Eagles any route back into the match.
The victory extends Everton's strong recent record against Palace, giving David Moyes' side a deserved triumph to build positive early-season momentum.
