Ollie Watkins’ second-half strike ensured David Moyes’ second stint in charge of Everton began with a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Following Sean Dyche’s departure, the Scotsman returned to Goodison Park this week – just under 12 years after his successful first spell came to an end with him leaving for Manchester United.
But unlike his initial tenure, he could not begin his second with a victory, as Watkins struck to secure all three points for Villa early in the second half.
The England international raced onto Morgan Rogers’ through-ball and netted to end a run of five successive away league defeats for Unai Emery’s side.
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