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Welcome first win for Benitez
Everton manager Rafael Benitez waves to the fans before the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool

Everton 3-1 Southampton
by James Nalton

RAFA BENITEZ secured a welcome first win as Everton manager thanks to an impressive second-half showing from his team.

All eyes were on the former Liverpool boss as he took charge of his first game at Goodison Park.

That the win was manufactured by his half-time changes will provide encouragement for the fans — maybe even for some of those sceptical about his appointment.

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