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Everton boss Sean Dyche has been speaking to Match of the Day about holding Chelsea to a goalless draw: "I said before game that Enzo Maresca has done a fine job, and they have certainly shown the power they have got.

"We could have nicked it. It was two teams going at it in the right way. You have to be willing to put a shift in and I think that was on show today.

"The chances were minimal. They had a couple and we had a couple towards the end. We take a point.

"I've never not been proud of these players. We have come through a storm. I respect them. We want to be productive in possession, but it's not easy against these teams."

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Everton defender James Tarkowski has been speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live about the result: "We had a tough game away at Arsenal last week but today I thought we would get chances, and in the second-half we did.

"Another clean sheet on the board and we are building at the minute. We are stopping the top teams from scoring against us.

"I'm proud of the way we worked today, against a top side, so it's a good point. They have got some good players, especially Cole Palmer, who we kept quiet.

"Under this manager, we have built something special. Defensively, we have been good under the period that he has been here."

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There are five matches in the Premier League on Sunday.

• Everton v Chelsea - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live

• Fulham v Southampton

• Leicester v Wolves

• Man Utd v Bournemouth - listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra

• Tottenham v Liverpool (16:30) - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live

All kick-off times 14:00 GMT unless stated

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Chris Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season, against a variety of guests.

For week 17, he takes on Reverend & the Makers singer Jon McClure.

Sutton's prediction: 1-2

The takeover at Everton has gone through now so there will probably be some speculation about Sean Dyche's future, but they would get rid of him now at their peril.

Basically, if they want to stay in the Premier League this season then they have to keep him as manager.

Dyche's Everton side are not tearing up any trees but they showed in the draw at Arsenal how resolute they are - they are awkward and difficult to break down.

Even so, you can't back against Chelsea right now, with the confidence they are playing with and the winning run they are on.

I've gone for three away wins already this week, which is a bit risky, but this has to be number four.

In FPL, Cole Palmer has some really hot streaks where he picks up lots of points and also some runs where he is much quieter.

I am backing him to come good this weekend in FPL and the real thing and play a big part in another Chelsea victory.

McClure's prediction: 0-2

I have become quite pally with Everton boss Sean Dyche. We supported Courteeners at the last minute at Leeds in November because they did not have a support band and, next thing I know, I have got Sean in my dressing room.

As well as really liking him, I have got my family connection to Everton so I am loathe to predict they will lose but I cannot see past Chelsea here.

Looking at current form, they are not far off being the best team in the Premier League. They have got Nicolas Jackson firing now, Palmer obviously is a genius and Noni Madueke is a really exciting talent.

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BBC Sport commentator Alistair Bruce-Ball has reflected on his experience commentating at Goodison Park before what could be his final match at the ground on Sunday.

The dramatic late winner scored by Dominic Calvert-Lewin in 2022 to secure Premier League survival sticks in his mind as a moment of high drama - and slight confusion.

"I don't know what the rest of my schedule is but Chelsea against Everton could be the last commentary personally I do at Goodison Park," Bruce-Ball told The Commentators' View podcast.

"One of the most dramatic moments I have have ever witnessed commentating happened there.

"Under Frank Lampard, they came back from 2-0 down against Crystal Palace to win 3-2 to stay up. Noise like that - it was amazing.

"We often talk about the commentary position at Goodison Park with the old pillar being in the way. Everton were playing towards that goal to the left of that commentary position. For the third goal, I was pretty sure Calvert-Lewin had scored itbut it was a packed penalty area and he was hidden behind the stanchion.

"I thought what I'll do is use that classic old commentators' trick of seeing who the players run to in the celebration. But, because it was such an important goal for Everton they basically all ran off as if they had scored it in different directions.

"I thought 'I'm not entirely sure who scored that' but I got lucky and guessed it was Calvert-Lewin!"

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Things are changing at Everton.

The Football News Show has looked into what The Friedkin Group's takeover could mean at Goodison Park.

Watch the show in full above or on iPlayer here

There's major change at Everton but is Dominic Calvert-Lewin getting "comfortable" given the length of his stay at the club?

Jermaine Beckford discussed the prospect on The Football News Show.

Watch a clip below or a special on Everton on The Football News Show here

Is Sean Dyche the right man to lead Everton after the club was taken over by The Friedkin Group?

Watch The Football News Show speak to fans, former players and reporters about Everton's future and what life may look like under new owners.

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Everton boss Sean Dyche has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game at home against Chelsea (14:00 GMT).

Here are the key lines from his news conference:

• James Garner and Tim Iroegbunam are "still a bit behind the curve" and "making progress but not quick progress" as they build their fitness while Dwight McNeil is "touch and go" with a "niggly knee". Dyche is "hopeful" McNeil can feature.

• Dyche has met with new executive chairman Marc Watts: "It was about the format moving forward. They are fully supportive of me, the staff and the team going forward. They were asking questions about what I have learnt in my time and the overall feel of the club."

• On the takeover: "It is not an immediate change but it would be good if it is a little bit more stable than it has been since I got here. The possible change of owners is now sorted. I hope it [the takeover] brings a positive mood to the team."

• He wishes Dele Alli well after he confirmed his departure from the club earlier on Friday: "The major point that we agreed as a collective was to get him back to a good place and I think he is there. He has been nothing but an ease for me to work with. Onto a new challenge but we certainly wish him well."

• Dyche is not expecting the takeover to have an impact on the January transfer window: "There's only so much that can be done with immediacy, which they know. The immediate [situation] in January is going to dominated by the PSR [Profit and Sustainability] position of years gone by of what the club had been doing."

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Dele Alli says he is leaving Everton and is "turning a new page".

In a statement published on social media, external, the 28-year-old former England international wrote: "As widely published, 2025 may set me on a new path with some exciting opportunities.

"Before any of that happens, it's very important for me to make clear how grateful I am of all the fans, staff and players at Everton for the support they have given me.

"It has been an incredibly tough journey trying to put the pieces together to regain match fitness and I cannot thank the Everton staff enough for the hard work they have put into the process.

"Unfortunately things haven't worked out as we all would have hoped and I think it is the right time for me to turn a new page.

"I want to wish everyone at this amazing club the very best of luck and hopefully we will see each other again soon."

After joining Everton in January 2022, Dele has made 13 appearances for the club and spent last season on loan at Besiktas.

Former Everton midfielder Aaron Lennon was on 5 Live Sport talking about the time the Toffees nearly signed a young Erling Haaland.

Lennon was introduced to Haaland by Steve Walsh, who was the club's director of football at the time.

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Farhad Moshiri's departure is "being celebrated a lot more than the new owners coming in", says Everton fan David Downie.

The British-Iranian businessman's chaotic tenure in charge of the Toffees came to an end on Thursday after he sold his stake in the club to The Friedkin Group in a deal believed to be worth in excess of £400m.

"It has been a long time coming," Downie told BBC Radio Merseyside.

"I think Moshiri leaving is being celebrated a lot more than the new owners coming in. This man was not for Everton no matter how much money he had.

"It's been eight years with him in charge which is why I have some caution. I remember when he arrived we all thought he had taken us to the promised land.

"They will not make as much of a disaster out of it as Moshiri did. He did not look like he had any interest in Everton for the past two or three years. He spent some ridiculous money on ridiculous players which led to points deductions and charges.

"Everton have dodged a bullet here with with him going and 777 not taking over. We have come to an agreement with a gang of lads who actually like football. They look like the real deal from that regard.

"These guys have come in when Everton are in a seriously difficult financial situation and they are going to wipe all that off."

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BBC Merseyside reporter Giulia Bould says Everton supporters "feel very relieved" after The Friedkin Group finally confirmed their takeover on Thursday.

"It has been a rollercoaster around Everton for so long," she told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast. "Farhad Moshiri's tenure will not be remembered fondly because fans want success on the pitch and it has been three relegation battles on the bounce - which you could say is four right now with the club in 16th.

"There has also been the financial breaches, the points deductions and an interim board in place for the last 18 months. Moshiri has not been a present owner - he has not been at games either.

"Assets like Richarlison and Amadou Onana have been sold for big money and not been replaced well. There is a little bit of caution because with Everton you always expect some kind of saga, but the supporters will feel very relieved."

Given the change of ownership and recent criticism of manager Sean Dyche, there has been speculation over his future but Bould does not expect an exit imminently.

"It is my understanding The Friedkin Group will hold talks with Sean Dyche and the director of football Kevin Thelwell to look at what they want to do going forward," she said.

"I don't anticipate any immediate change. The fans are frustrated by the style of football but I think for now he will be given a bit of time while the club is unusually stable. The club have not been stable for his entire tenure.

"There could potentially be a change at the end of the season but I think for now he will stay in place."

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Former Everton captain Alan Stubbs joined BBC Radio Merseyside to discuss The Friedkin Group's takeover of the club:

"It is a great Christmas present for Everton fans, one that was a long time coming. We can draw a line under previous ownerships and move on into a brighter future, hopefully with the new stadium on the horizon.

"What they [The Friedkin Group] have done already is put in place some sort of structure, with Marc Watts as executive chairman, Daniel Friedkin as chairman and Ana Dunkel as chief financial officer, as well as keeping Colin Chong on an interim basis. Straight away, you are looking at people who have a business acumen taking the club forward. That is all that we have wanted.

"They have gone about it in an impressive way, they have not spoken too much, and as we all know, actions speak louder than words. We are looking for actions now.

"The one thing we can guarantee as a fanbase is that we will be right behind them. There is no doubt about that. This club is desperate for a lift."

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We asked for your views on what The Friedkin Group's priorities should be at Goodison Park, after the new ownership completed their takeover earlier on Thursday.

What are the most pressing issues they should be focusing on sorting out?

Here are some of your thoughts:

Neil: All I ask of The Friedkin Group is professionalism, competence and investment in the infrastructure, academy, senior men's and women's squads. I do not expect miracles, nor ridiculous splurges. Give us a clear long-term plan and focus on its delivery so that we, as fans, can focus on the football rather than finances.

Andy: I would take no January purchases and no new manager if we could just take some time to restructure the management of the club. We should look at Brighton and try to have a development structure in place.

Alex: Stability. Please just bring stability, and a platform to progressively and realistically build on! No more rash decisions or swapping managers every season. Let's have a clear and achievable plan to progress and move forward.

Fraizer: Job number one is to get everyone rowing in the same direction. The vision and direction needs to be clear from the fans to the manager, owners, players, youth set-up. Everything needs to be aligned, rather than this mismatch across the club. A statement signing would also be incredible. I'm sure many Blues would love to see Richarlison back in the new stadium!

Paul: First, they need to secure Premier League safety, which will need some new players bought in January. As much as the current style of play is terrible, I think Sean Dyche should stay until the end of the season and get us safe. The summer planning needs to start now. Line up the new manager, new players and - most exciting of all - the move to our fabulous new stadium.