Sean Dyche lauds Everton for playing 'with pride' against Tottenham, says Michael Keane has 'some quality'

Everton manager Sean Dyche praised goalscorer Michael Keane’s commitment and lauded his side’s resilience in a 1-1 home draw against Tottenham. Tottenham looked to have three points wrapped up on Monday night when Abdoulaye Doucoure’s red card was followed up by a Harry Kane spot-kick. Ad However Lucas Moura saw red for an ugly challenge on Keane, before the Everton defender scored an astonishing late strike to leave the scores level.

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“It’s a tough call, but the margins are tight who you’re picking. Away at Arsenal, you can’t judge him on one, he needs another game and he’s responded ever since.” Dyche was ultimately disappointed to take just the one point, saying: “I think the whole stadium thought we would get a winner. I know I did.

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“It’s been fantastic. The energy the fans are giving the team is just fantastic. It means a lot to players.