By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
Benjamin Sesko’s second-half goal was enough for Manchester United to stay hot with a 1-0 win over Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday.
The 22-year-old Slovenian striker finished off a slick counter in the second half to net his third goal off the bench, having done the same against Fulham and West Ham last time out, with no player scoring more as a substitute in the league this season.
Three of United’s summer signings were involved in the transition move that began with a superb ball out to Bryan Mbeumo from Matheus Cunha.
Their combination was a timely one for United, who had failed to inspire until that point, struggling to break down an Everton side that had failed to win in any of their last five at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium.
In a game of few chances, James Tarkowski cleared off the line in the first half after an effort from Amad Diallo was half-saved by Jordan Pickford.
Visiting goalkeeper Senne Lammens denied teenager Harrison Armstrong, who had Everton’s best attempt before Michael Keane let fly with a thunderous long-range effort. The shot was heading towards the top left corner but Lammens was again alert, with the Belgium international tipping the ball over.
This result means it is now seven home games without a win in all competitions for Everton, who sit ninth.
“He is growing as a player,” said United’s Michael Carrick head coach. “Sometimes it’s big steps, sometimes it’s little steps. He has taken some huge ones recently. The confidence and belief he is playing with is great to see.”