Everton boss Dyche pleased with victory over Sheffield Utd

Everton boss Sean Dyche was pleased with victory over Sheffield United.

The Toffees won 1-0 thanks Abdoulaye Doucoure's first-half strike.

Dyche said: "Satisfied with the win to be honest. It was a strange game really, thought we were pretty decent in the second half but it kind of fizzled out really. Another clean sheet and another win, that has been an important factor this season - clean sheets and finding goals when it matters.

"The fans have earned the right to enjoy it, not just the team. The fans have joined in with the team and stuck by us during difficult times this season, not only on the pitch but off it at times too. And they are still there. It was nice for the players to be able to do a lap at the end there to show their appreciation. The last couple of seasons have been so fraught. All that went on it is nice to get the job done early doors and the players can enjoy it. They have deserved it too."

On Dominic Calvert-Lewin's assist for the winner, he added: "Very pleased, very pleased. Dom has worked very hard again today, finds an assist and Douc is on the spot. Some nice moments in the pockets but we couldn't find that next chance for another goal.

"Overall I am pleased with the win and us showing that winning mentality.