Everton vs Tottenham LIVE: Result and reaction from Premier League after late drama

Cristian Stellini takes charge of Spurs in their first game since Conte’s departure against Sean Dyche’s Toffees

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Tottenham Hotspur begin life after Antonio Conte with a trip to face Everton this evening.

Spurs elected to move on from the Italian manager during the international break a week after Conte labelled the club’s players as lacking in “fight” and “desire” in an explosive press conference that seemed destined to end his time in north London.

Interim boss Cristian Stellini has recent touchline experience, covering for Conte during a health-related absence earlier in the season, but faces a tough test first up against an Everton side strengthened under Sean Dyche.

With eight sides appearing to be in the relegation battle, a point or more against a visiting side in transition seems feasible and could be vital.

We will bring you all the action and updates from tonight's game in the live blog below:

Everton vs Tottenham - live updates

• Everton host Tottenham in the Premier League as Spurs start life after Antonio Conte
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• TEAM NEWS: Hugo Lloris returns from injury to start in goal for Spurs for the first time since February

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Lloris plays it to Romero on the edge of the box, despite two Everton players hovering next to him. He's in no hurry to clear the ball and cheaply gives it away, which earns him a furious reaction from Hojbjerg.

3 April 2023 21:33

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Everton are trying to push upfield and get themselves quickly back into this game. Spurs drop deep into their shape though, and they're making it difficult for the hosts to get forward.

3 April 2023 21:30

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3 April 2023 21:28

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3 April 2023 21:27

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3 April 2023 21:27

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PENALTY TO SPURS! It's a long ball that's lifted over the top and Perisic keeps it in, nodding it down. Romero rushes onto it and is clipped by Keane, who was trying to clear it, not realising that he was there. The referee points straight to the spot.

3 April 2023 21:26

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3 April 2023 21:25

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3 April 2023 21:22

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Dyche is urging his players to keep their cool as the fans continue to air their frustration at the referee. Spurs are back in possession, and they're once again patiently trying to break their hosts down.

3 April 2023 21:21

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3 April 2023 21:19