Another of Pope’s former colleagues, James Tarkowski, has proved a valuable signing for Everton this season.

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Central defenders James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite were strong, James Garner excelled in midfield and was alert to danger when it finally came his way.

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James Tarkowski had declared after the 2-1 win against Stade Nyonnais that Everton were determined to be the fittest team in the Premier League this season and this game alone was another step on the way to achieving that goal.

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James Tarkowski opened his scoring count at the perfect time, rising about the defence to deliver the killer header which sealed their 1-0 win on Saturday afternoon.

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Young’s sending-off tipped the balance even further in favour of the home side but they continued to be repelled with Salah’s 52nd-minute shot blocked by James Tarkowski.

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