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Micky van de Ven found the net on two occasions as Spurs extended their winning streak in away games in the Premier League and handed the Toffees their initial loss at their new home.

The Toffees were unbeaten in their five previous fixtures at their new ground at Bramley-Moore Dock, having departed Goodison Park behind after more than a century at the conclusion of the previous campaign.

But Spurs captain the Dutchman struck twice from set-pieces in the first half to place their strong form at jeopardy, and they were unable to turn it around before the midfielder - assisted by ex-Everton forward the Brazilian - headed home a third to put the game to bed.

The Everton defender believed he had equalized the scores five minutes after Van de Ven's opener, glancing a powerful header past Guglielmo Vicario from an set-piece.

Beto, in the meantime, missed a handful of opportunities, while Vicario made a succession of fine stops to ensure the London club went five away games unbeaten in the Premier League.

But the video assistant referee stepped in, instructing the match official to review the score on the screen and the referee ruled that Jack Grealish and Iliman Ndiaye were in an illegal position and had impeded with the Spurs keeper.

The win moves Thomas Frank's side into third place in the Premier League, five points off local foes and table-toppers the Gunners.

Everton remain in 14th position and are six points clear of the relegation zone.

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After a uninspiring midweek display in the Champions League against Monaco, where they managed a mere two shots on target, Frank opted for the French striker up front instead of ex-Everton forward the Brazilian.

The summer signing was failed to make much of an impact before being replaced for the substitute after an hour on the pitch, but it turns out he wasn't needed in the final outcome.

Defender the Dutchman converted into an attacking force to be feared.

Spurs' first goal came from a cleverly executed set-piece play, with Rodrigo Bentancur heading the ball toward the six-yard box for an free the defender to head home.

And the captain - stepping up as captain in Cristian Romero's absence - added his second in first-half stoppage time as he rose above Jordan Pickford to nod in.

The Dutchman was just as outstanding in defensive duties, partnering well with his defensive colleague as the pair handled excellently with the numerous deliveries thrown their way by the opposition.

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Everton's new home had been a happy hunting ground, but it seems the novelty may have worn off somewhat and fans flocked to the gates after Sarr's third for Tottenham.

The break in Everton's winning streak at home won't be a major concern for David Moyes, but their attacking woes are.

Beto and Thierno Barry - the Toffees' two established centre-forwards - had netted just one league goal combined before Sunday's match.

And they were failed to add to that poor record on a wet and gloomy night on Merseyside.

Beto's form was epitomized when he chose to bicycle-kick a golden opportunity from close range, despite having space and time to reposition for a simpler shot that would have challenged the keeper.

The substitute, as well, was unable to influence the game after coming on for the starter in the second half.

It wasn't for a shortage of chance. The majority of Everton's attacks came through the winger and the forward, who relentlessly delivered threatening balls into the Tottenham penalty area.

Upcoming fixtures for these two sides?

Everton: Moyes' men head to Sunderland in the top flight on Monday, 3 November at 20:00 GMT.

Tottenham: The London club go to Newcastle's ground on late October for their next round Carabao Cup match against the Magpies.