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Micky van de Ven scored twice as Tottenham extended their winning streak on the road in the top division and handed the Toffees their initial loss at their new home.

Everton were unbeaten in their last five matches at their recently opened stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, having departed their historic home behind after more than a century at the end of last season.

But Spurs captain the Dutchman pounced on two occasions from set-pieces in the first half to place their impressive record at jeopardy, and they were failed to mount a comeback before the midfielder - set up by former Toffees attacker the Brazilian - headed home a final goal to seal the victory.

The Everton defender believed he had levelled the tally a short while after the defender's first goal, glancing a bullet header past Guglielmo Vicario from an set-piece.

The Portuguese striker, in the meantime, missed a handful of opportunities, while the Italian goalkeeper made a series of fine stops to ensure the London club went five matches on the road without defeat in the Premier League.

But the video assistant referee intervened, advising Craig Pawson to review the score on the pitchside monitor and the official ruled that the winger and the attacker were in an illegal position and had impeded with the Tottenham goalkeeper.

The win elevates Thomas Frank's side into third place in the Premier League, five points off north London rivals and table-toppers the Gunners.

Everton stay 14th and sit six points ahead of the relegation zone.

Spurs breakdown: The defender excels in duties at both ends of pitch

After a drab weekday performance in the Champions League against Monaco, where they mustered a mere attempts on target, Frank opted for Randal Kolo Muani in attack instead of ex-Everton forward the Brazilian.

The new arrival was unable to influence the game before being replaced for Richarlison after an hour on the pitch, but it turns out he proved unnecessary in the end.

Centre-back Van de Ven converted into an offensive threat to be reckoned with.

Spurs' opening strike came from a cleverly executed corner routine, with the midfielder directing the ball toward the face of goal for an unmarked Van de Ven to score.

And the captain - filling in as captain in Cristian Romero's unavailability - added his next goal in first-half stoppage time as he outjumped the England keeper to head home.

The Dutchman was equally outstanding in defence, partnering effectively with Kevin Danso as the pair dealt excellently with the 34 crosses sent their way by Everton.

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Everton's recent stadium had been a fortress, but it seems the novelty may have worn off somewhat and supporters headed to the exits after the midfielder's final goal for Tottenham.

The break in the team's winning streak at home will not be a major concern for David Moyes, but their striker situation will be.

The forward and the other striker - the Toffees' two established centre-forwards - had scored only one league goal combined before Sunday's outing.

And they were unable to add to that poor tally on a damp and dreary night on in Liverpool.

Beto's form was epitomized when he opted to overhead kick a golden opportunity from close range, even with having room and time to reposition for a simpler attempt that would have challenged the keeper.

Barry, as well, was unable to influence the game after replacing Beto in the 65th minute.

It was not for a lack of opportunity. The majority of Everton's attacks came through the winger and the forward, who relentlessly whipped threatening balls into the Tottenham penalty area.

What next for these two sides?

The Toffees: Moyes' men head to the Stadium of Light in the top flight on early November at 20:00 GMT.

Tottenham: Spurs go to Newcastle's ground on Wednesday, 29 October for their fourth-round Carabao Cup match against the Magpies.