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Everton's Jake O'Brien says his side "were the better team" in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Manchester United and the point "feels like a loss".

The Toffees squandered a 2-0 lead but were controversially denied a late penalty after VAR intervened to reverse the referees' on-field decision that Ashley Young was fouled.

"He's [the referee] got decisions wrong, not just the penalty but many that didn't go our way and could have changed the game," O'Brien said.

"We came away with a point but, at the end of the day, it feels like a loss because we were the better team.

"For 20 minutes we switched off, decisions didn't go our way, and they punished us for that.

"We came into the game confident, on a good run of games, knowing we can play and defend. It's just moments like we had at the end - 10 or 20 minutes where we just switched off and maybe a few lads were tired, and they punished us."

Since appearing as a substitute in David Moyes' first game since returning as manager in January, O'Brien has started seven consecutive matches and is relishing his role in the squad.

"I'm definitely enjoying playing, I'm feeling part of the team and am on a good run of games," he added.

"I've done all right but I've got a lot more in me to show as well. Moyes has been great since he's come in. He wants us playing more attacking football, we are more stable as a team and are giving our best in every game.

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Real Madrid remain keen on Jarrad Branthwaite but are reluctant to meet Everton's £62m valuation for the centre-back. (Diario AS - in Spanish), external

Tottenham are willing to sell Manor Solomon this summer, with the Blues and Leeds United, where the 25-year-old winger is on loan, interested. (Givemesport), external

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Highlights and analysis from Saturday's seven Premier League fixtures, plus the best of the action from Friday's game between Leicester and Brentford.

If you missed Match of the Day, you can catch up now on BBC iPlayer.

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• Arsenal 0-1 West Ham

• Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea

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Everton boss David Moyes speaking to BBC Match of the Day: "We should have probably gone 3-0 up which would have made it harder for Manchester United to come back. We should have done better but the momentum went in Manchester United's favour at that time."

On the late penalty decision being overturned: "There is definitely a shirt pull on Ashley Young. I was surprised it went to VAR. The referee made his decision. From our point of view, it went against us but I'm really pleased with the players."

On Idrissa Gueye's performance: "He's been doing great, he's played really, really well and he is keeping it going. He does a great job for the team."

On Everton's good run of form: "Us picking up points, a few games ago, we were in a relegation battle. We are still in it somehow but we have to make sure we get out of it. Today was a difficult game."

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Everton's Abdoulaye Doucoure has more Premier League goal involvements against Manchester United (8 - 4 goals, 4 assists) than against any other side.

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There are seven Premier League games on Saturday, and we will bring you every moment.

• Everton v Manchester United (12:30)

• Bournemouth v Wolves

• Ipswich v Tottenham

• Southampton v Brighton

• Arsenal v West Ham - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live

• Fulham v Crystal Palace

• Aston Villa v Chelsea (17:30) - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live (coverage will start on 5 Sports Extra)

Kick-off times 15:00 GMT unless stated

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Everton have moved above Manchester United in the table, and they go into this game as favourites - and rightly so.

The Toffees are without the injured Iliman Ndiaye, which is a big blow for them, but Beto's improvement under David Moyes has been incredible and they definitely carry a goal threat now.

I actually think this game will be quite tight, though. I didn't think United's performance in last weekend's defeat at Tottenham was as bad as a lot of people made out.

They had some very good early chances they should have taken and I have a feeling they will have some opportunities this time too.

This smells of a 1-1 draw to me, which is what I am going with. One of my pals is an Everton fan and every time I haven't backed them to win under Moyes and they got something, he loved it.

He will probably be quite happy that I am not backing them here, either, but it's important for United boss Ruben Amorim that they get something at Goodison Park, and the way his side end this campaign is massive for him too.

United are not getting relegated whatever happens, but Amorim needs a decent result or two to build some credit for next season.

If he overhauls his squad in the summer, he needs to hit the ground running - it will be seen as being more his team and he has to get a tune out of them.

If that doesn't happen, then there is going to be a pile on from people saying there has been no progress since he took over from Erik ten Hag.

Sutton's prediction: 1-1

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David Moyes has had to tell Everton striker Beto he's "dreaming" with some of the shots he has been trying to score from, but believes the striker has improved since taking charge of the club.

The 27-year-old has scored four goals in five Premier League games under Moyes - as many as he managed in 42 league appearances under Sean Dyche.

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BBC Radio Merseyside's Giulia Bould believes "it's fitting" that David Moyes will be the manager that sees Everton leave Goodison Park and move to the new stadium.

Speaking about Moyes on the latest episode of BBC Radio 5 Live's The Commentators' view podcast, Bould said: "He's just really relishing every single moment of being back and being part of this historic season, he's got to see Goodison out and I think that means a lot to him - it's a special place to him.

"While there's not been a trophy, he's the man that's brought some of the most incredible nights under the lights at Goodison - I think it's fitting.

"It's funny how life turns out and you go round in a big circle, I think he's enjoying it and wants to get well clear of that relegation zone. It's 13 points clear now so he has done great but, it's just to see Goodison out and enjoy it and then move into that new stadium."

BBC commentator John Murray also thinks Moyes is clearly showing that he is enjoying his time at Everton, and spoke about the chat he had with him after the Toffees beat Crystal Palace.

Murray said: "I had a chat with him at Selhurst Park, I thought it would be a quick chat but he was standing there for ages. They had just won a game but he was absolutely cock-a-hoop."

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Everton boss David Moyes has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Manchester United at Goodison Park (kick-off 12:30 GMT).

Here are the key lines from his news conference:

• Moyes provided some injury updates on his squad: "We've got them [Carlos Alcaraz and Abdoulaye Doucoure] both fit at the moment. That gives us a decision to make. I'll need both of them. We're really short of numbers here - we've got nine or 10 players out injured."

• There was some good news about Iliman Ndiaye: "Ili [Ndiaye] has been taking injections and we're quite positive that he's working hard to get back quickly, so we're hoping we can get him back maybe before the time we thought."

• On whether there is anything personal against former club Manchester United: "No, not at all. I played against them a lot when I was manager of West Ham so it's another game in many ways. It's a great football club but my job is to try to beat them at the moment."

• On another two wins securing Premier League safety for the Toffees: "It sounds simple to say another two wins and you might get over the line. When you're sitting in this seat, every win in the Premier League is really, really difficult. I'm certainly not taking anything for granted."

• Moyes continued: "We've had a really good run and we've got to try to keep that going now. When you take over a team a little bit into the season, you have to find a way of getting the best results. Whatever we have asked the players to do, they've been fantastic. We are playing a lot better and doing a lot better in recent games."

• On Beto's impressive form: "If we'd bought a striker and paid big money for him, and he'd scored four in three starts, you'd say 'wow.' Beto has been given a big opportunity, and he's stood up and taken it. He's improved in the games as he's gone along, sometimes players need these opportunities. So, let's hope it continues and let's hope he can keep scoring."

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Everton's PR Manager of Football Media David Prentice has been speaking about the latest former players that are to be inducted as new Everton Giants.

Andy Gray, Derek Mountfield, Kevin Sheedy and Paul Bracewell are all going to be inducted at half-time in Saturday's game against Manchester United.

Speaking about what fans can expect on Saturday to BBC Radio Merseyside, Prentice said: "There's going to be flags shown before the game of each of the new inductees, and we're going to bring them onto the pitch at half-time.

"Peter Reid, who is already an Everton Giant, is going to make a presentation to them.

"The reward for being inducted as an Everton Giant, on the walkway at the new Everton stadium, those 36,000 stones being laid on the walkway - there are bigger versions of that and every Everton Giant gets their own huge big paving stone with all their details, goals, appearances and time played at the club laid on the walkway.

"Each inductee also gets their own replica stone which they can carry away - they'll be brought onto the pitch and it'll be nice for them to take a salute from the Gwladys Street one last time because they've been in front of the crowd and cheered that many times - but for some of them, not for quite a few years.

"I think it'll be quite emotional."

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Everton's January loan signing Charly Alcaraz says he would like to play for the club "for a longer period" and it would be "brilliant" to experience the atmosphere at the new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium when it fully opens next season.

Alcaraz played in Southampton's opening game of the season before moving to Brazilian side Flamengo for £15m.

However, he returned to the Premier League in January with a point to prove after being apart of the Saints team that was relegated in the 2022-23 season.

"Even before [Everton's interest] I was thinking I would love to come back to the Premier League because it is the best league in the world and I like a challenge," he said.

"I wanted to challenge myself and what better way than to do so at a big club like Everton.

"I am a very confident person and I have strong belief in my ability, and the only way to prove that is to come back and take on that challenge again and succeed here."

Alcaraz's loan deal includes an option to buy and the 22-year-old says he would like to stay in England after playing for five clubs in five years.

"I would like to settle down and be playing in this shirt for a longer period," he added.

"It would be brilliant to play there [Bramley-Moore Dock], for sure.

"The confidence from the manager, his coaching staff and my team-mates means I can do my thing, do my own stuff and prove who I am as a player."

Midfielder Carlos Alcaraz is keen to make his loan move to Everton a permanent arrangement. (Times - subscription required, external)

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Everton's improved form and the upcoming move to their new stadium are creating a wave of optimism.

The Football News Show turned to familiar faces to analyse what the future may hold.

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We asked for your views on the things going on at Everton that are being overlooked.

Here are some of your comments:

Anton: With all the positive attention (for once!) we're getting at the moment, there isn't a lot that's not being discussed! I suppose I would like to know more about what "finishing touches" could/will be added to our magnificent new stadium. What "Everton symbolism" will be put on the outside walls of the stadium? Are there plans for any statues? According to some who were there for the test event, the stadium is amazing but lacks an "Everton touch" in its visual.

Graham: With the new owners, why should it be a given that we sell a player like Branthwaite? Build the team around him.

Chris: Idrissa Gana Gueye. He's unbelievable and makes us tick. We sold him and didn't replace him until we signed him back! Doesn't get the plaudits he deserves at times but week in, week out is a seven or eight out of 10.

Andy: People talk about injuries for teams like Spurs, Arsenal and Manchester City affecting their seasons - we have similar, if not worse levels, but David Moyes and the Everton team are at the top in terms of current form. Incredible turnaround in the circumstances.