A see-saw battle at Selhurst Park resulted in a 3-2 win on the road for Everton as they beat Crystal Palace with a late winner from Idrissa Gueye.
Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure believes his new contract is a reward for his "unbreakable" spirit.
Ashley Young's unfortunate own goal denied Everton a sixth win in eight matches as Brighton snatched a late 1-1 draw at Goodison Park.
Everton gave late chairman Bill Kenwright a fitting send-off with a 3-0 victory over Burnley in the Carabao Cup victory on Wednesday.
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany expects Everton's Sean Dyche to enjoy a special moment when he returns to Turf Moor on Wednesday night.
Everton did their former chairman proud as they eked out a 1-0 win away over West Ham in Sunday afternoon's Premier League action.