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.