And it was started when, Iliman Ndiaye raced into the box to meet Jack Grealish’s driven cross and powered the ball past Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, giving the Toffees not just a lead but a moment that will live in the history of their new home.

Everton summer signing Jack Grealish spoke to Sky Sports after making his full debut against Brighton "It was massive. First game at the new stadium and we wanted to put on a show for the supporters. Very happy to get the win.

Fans were in buoyant mood at their new stadium on the River Mersey before Ndiaye, who also scored their last goal at Goodison Park, Everton's home for 133 years, sparked bedlam when he tapped in Grealish's cross in the 23rd minute.