Great strike by Delofeu...it was Everton's only well-taken shot and a vicious one at that. My problem on that play was Flamini who gambled on an interception higher up the pitch which allowed Barkley to turn and carry the ball into attack.

Everton dominated the first 35 but we finally got some energy and rythym in the final 10 and then into the 2nd half. We had the better chances due to Everton being relatively poor in the final 1/3...some of that credit def goes to Per and Laurent who were very sharp today.

Fatigue certainly played a part with Arsene's triple sub...and it really did help. Walcott forced the Everton line deeper which opened up space for us to work in and took some of the pressure off Giroud, Rosicky was very positive and controlled, and Flamini was his usual vibrant self lol (other than the one needless mistake).

Very impressed by Everton, extremely impressed by Ross Barkley...the composure and skill of this kid is fascinating. Speaking of fascinating...imagine if that Giroud half volley goes in, so close.

Fair result.