Everton 3-0 Leeds: Toffees show spirit in Frank Lampard's first league win

Everton put on a spirited display against Leeds to pick up their first Premier League victory under manager Frank Lampard — ending a run of six league games without a win.

It means the Toffees are now five points clear of the relegation zone.

Captain Seamus Coleman was the unlikely scorer of the opener, tapping in a rebound from Donny van de Beek's cross, before Michael Keane headed in another.

Anthony Gordon added a third in the second half as Everton wrapped up victory.

Everton, who had lengthy spells of dominance, looked lively with the return of Alex Iwobi and Dominic Calvert-Lewin in attack.

Van de Beek was handed a first Everton start and was heavily involved, particularly in the first half, as Leeds struggled to gain momentum.

Leeds rarely tested goalkeeper Jordan Pickford but Rodrigo almost produced two moments of magic when long-range efforts crashed off the crossbar in the first half.

In the end, it was comfortable for Everton, who move to within a point of 15th-placed Leeds after keeping a first clean sheet in 13 matches.

The pressure was on Everton to deliver after a dreadful run of form — and Lampard's side showed intensity from the first minute.

Gordon almost made it 1-0 within seconds of kick-off, only to be denied by an excellent last-ditch block from Luke Ayling.

The hosts were well on top in the early stages too, with the Goodison crowd in fine voice as Leeds were put under pressure.

Coleman's passionate celebration — a roar towards the home fans, a badge clutch and a kiss for Richarlison on the cheek — showed how much it meant for the captain to put his side in the lead.

Everton maintained their intensity after that and big tackles from Mason Holgate and Iwobi were appreciated by supporters, before Richarlison