Everton stun Chelsea to bolster chances of Premier League survival

Everton proved their heart for a relegation scrap with a rousing victory 1-0 against Chelsea at a jubilant Goodison Park, with goalscorer Richarlison and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford the heroes.

The Brazil international's 46th-minute strike secured the crucial three points as Frank Lampard's side triumphed in a critical match against the manager's former team.

However, Richarlison's goal would have meant little without a brilliant recovery save inches from the line from Cesar Azpilicueta’s shot by Pickford, who had been beaten by Mason Mount’s strike that struck both posts but rebounded out.

Lampard’s side were, for once, both effective and efficient at both ends of the pitch as they displayed a real desire to win with their 67-year top-flight status in real danger.

"We did brilliantly. The team, stadium, the fans were man of the match today," said Lampard afterwards. "From the drive in to the support, which we need. Thanks to them.

"The fans are in the middle of this. I am pleased the players could see on the way in what it means to the fans. They know that and understand it. They got behind us, were nicely aggressive, this place has to be a hard place to come. Results have been good here at Goodison before I came, we have to maintain that.

"They [the players] have to show they care. I prodded them a bit before the game because the situation is clear. We need to perform with that level in all our remaining games.

"Jordan made great saves. they are Chelsea and will have chances but we had chances as well. Jordan is such a great lad, he is England's No 1 and that is the reason why."

Home form was always likely to be Everton's route to salvation and 10 points from the last four games at Goodison have proved essential in just