Everton 1-1 West Ham – Premier League result as Jarrod Bowen’s second-half goal sees Hammers draw in Nuno Espirito Santo’s first match

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Nuno Espirito Santo marked his first match in charge of West Ham United with a point, as Jarrod Bowen’s second-half goal secured a 1-1 draw with Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Nuno was appointed as Graham Potter’s replacement at West Ham on Saturday, and his lack of time with his new squad was evident in the early exchanges as the hosts dominated.

Indeed, it was Everton who scored first when Michael Keane found himself with space in the box to head home James Garner’s cross in the 18th minute.

But David Moyes’ side failed to make any more for themselves in the first half, against a distinctly lackluster opponent.

West Ham came back somewhat reinvigorated after the break, and perhaps some choice words from their new manager. Crysencio Summerville looked particularly impressive.

A brilliant strike by Bowen in the 65th minute gave them parity and a renewed sense of purpose in Merseyside, but they could not go on to complete the turnaround, taking a creditable point.

Everton will next face the imperious Crystal Palace, but will do so without Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall who received his fifth booking of the season. Meanwhile, Nuno’s task gets no easier with a test against Arsenal.