Sean Dyche expressed his belief that Everton should have been awarded a penalty to potentially extend their lead during their triumph over Burnley.

In a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Goodison Park, the Toffees secured their first win in 14 Premier League matches. Dominic Calvert-Lewin netted the decisive goal in stoppage time after charging down Arijanet Muric’s clearance.

Following Dara O’Shea’s sending off for Burnley, Dyche thought Everton could have been awarded a penalty for a challenge on James Garner. Additionally, there were claims for a foul on Beto in the dying moments of the game, although no penalty was given.

During the post-match press conference, Dyche praised his team’s perseverance and determination, highlighting their ability to maintain focus and ask probing questions throughout the game.

Reflecting on the red card decision against O’Shea, Dyche acknowledged that while it wasn’t a malicious challenge, the defender was late and impeded an attacking opportunity. He also questioned why Beto was not awarded a penalty when he appeared to be fouled in the box.

Despite the contentious decisions, Dyche emphasized the importance of securing the victory and commended his players for their resilience in defending a late corner.