Charlie Adam joined Everton as a set-piece coach this week and, just days' prior to his appointment, gave his verdict on the title race. The ex-midfielder doesn't think Liverpool has it quite wrapped up yet.

Ange Postecoglou’s depleted side - who saw Dominic Solanke, Yves Bissouma and Brennan Johnson all added to an already lengthy injury list this week - did show some late spirit with goals from Dejan Kulusevski and former Everton forward Richarlison, setting up a nervy finish to stoppage time.

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