Everton took a step towards Premier League safety with a thrilling 5-1 win over Brighton at the Amex Stadium that lifts them out of the relegation zone. Sean Dyche’s side came into the match under immense pressure with their top-flight status in serious jeopardy, but stunned the in-form Seagulls with three goals in the first half before adding two more later on. Ad Abdoulaye Doucoure bagged a double in the opening 29 minute before Jason Steele turned the ball into his own goal in a frantic opening period that all but secured Everton a crucial three points and dented Brighton’s hopes of qualifying for Europe.