James Tarkowski scored a stoppage-time equaliser to earn Everton a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth in Marco Rose's first home match as Cherries manager at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday.
Alex Scott had put the hosts ahead in the 41st minute with a precise finish, completing a swift counter-attack after striker Evanilson evaded Tarkowski near the half-way line.
Bournemouth dominated large spells of the second half, but Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford produced a crucial save and substitute Hayden Hackney blocked a late effort to prevent the home side from doubling their advantage.
Everton salvaged a point in the 91st minute when Bournemouth's defence failed to clear a corner kick, allowing Tarkowski to slot a low shot past Djordje Petrovic and make amends for his earlier defensive lapse.
The result leaves Rose disappointed after missing out on a debut victory at Dean Court, while David Moyes' side leaves the south coast with a hard-fought point amid growing off-field uncertainty surrounding their squad.
Late equalizer denies Rose perfect home debut
Bournemouth supporters greeted new manager Marco Rose before kick-off by unfurling a banner reading "Welcome Marco", indicating enthusiasm for the former RB Leipzig coach following the departure of Andoni Iraola to Liverpool.
Rose maintained Iraola's trademark style of play, featuring high-pressing intensity and fast transitions. Bournemouth pressed Everton relentlessly throughout the opening period, forcing several turnovers in midfield.
Everton felt aggrieved earlier in the match when referee Chris Kavanagh rejected penalty appeals after Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall went down following a tangle of legs with Bournemouth defender James Hill.
Despite Everton's protests, Bournemouth broke the deadlock four minutes before half-time. Evanilson turned Tarkowski near the midfield line before feeding Scott, who stroked a low shot past Pickford from just inside the penalty area.
Bournemouth created further opportunities in the second half, with Rayan and Marcus Tavernier threatening from wide areas. However, Pickford's intervention and Hackney's goal-bound block kept the margin at a single goal until Tarkowski's late strike.
At full-time, Rose shuffled off disconsolately down the tunnel after seeing two points slip away in the closing moments, having embraced Moyes on the touchline prior to the match.
Everton fans protest proposed Harrison Armstrong sale
Everton's point on the pitch came against a backdrop of fierce supporter opposition regarding the potential sale of teenage midfielder Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest.
Travelling Everton supporters chanted Armstrong's name continuously throughout the match, warning club executives that selling the 19-year-old academy product would provoke a major backlash among the fanbase.
Fans repeatedly sang: "Don't sell Armstrong, I just don't think you understand... you're going to have a riot on your hands", directing their anger at club owners The Friedkin Group.
Nottingham Forest have made an offer in the region of £40 million for the England youth international, who has made 21 senior appearances for Everton and is yet to score a Premier League goal.
Despite rumors suggesting Armstrong might be left out of the squad amid transfer negotiations, Moyes named him in the starting line-up. Armstrong worked hard in a central midfield role before being substituted for Carlos Alcaraz in the 87th minute.
Speaking after the match, Moyes confirmed the transfer approach for the midfielder while pointing out that key financial decisions lie with the club's board.
There’s been an offer. Apart from that I don’t think there’s much else I can say, it’s a club decision. We don’t want to lose anybody and we still need to add players to what we’ve got. I’ve been saying it for a while.
When asked directly about the supporters' protests and chants, Moyes acknowledged the difficulty of the situation for both fans and club leadership.
I think you always have to consider supporters. There’s also times at clubs when people who are really powerful make difficult decisions. Not all decisions are popular. Sometimes they have to do it for different reasons.
Transfer uncertainty builds at Finch Farm
The potential departure of Armstrong comes at a sensitive time for Everton, who have previously sold top academy talents such as Wayne Rooney to Manchester United and Anthony Gordon to Newcastle United to address financial pressures.
Supporters view selling Armstrong to a Premier League rival as an unnecessary shortcut to comply with league financial rules, threatening fan confidence in The Friedkin Group's stewardship.
Everton face additional transfer pressure in the final days of the window, with Manchester City monitoring winger Iliman Ndiaye and defender Jake O'Brien reportedly seeking a move away from the club.
The off-field disruption threatens to undermine Everton's positive start to the campaign. The Merseyside club has finished between 13th and 17th in each of the past five Premier League seasons and remains the only club in England's top four divisions without a trophy or promotion this century.
Everton's last victory in a European knockout tie occurred during David Cameron's first term as UK Prime Minister, underlining the prolonged period of frustration for the Goodison Park faithful.
Player ratings and match statistics
Bournemouth lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Rose. Goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic earned an 8 rating, while defender Adam Smith received 6.5 and a booking. Centre-backs James Hill and Silva each scored 7, alongside left-back Adrien Truffert on 7.
In midfield, Lewis Cook recorded a 7 rating before being replaced by Tyler Adams (6.5) in the 69th minute. Goalscorer Scott earned an 8 rating and a booking before making way for Ryan Christie in the 87th minute. Winger Rayan scored 7.5, Justin Kluivert received 6.5 before being replaced by David Brooks (81st minute), and Marcus Tavernier scored 7 alongside a booking. Striker Evanilson earned a 7.5 rating before being replaced by Rodriguez in the 81st minute. Rose received a manager rating of 7.
Everton also deployed a 4-2-3-1 setup. Pickford scored 7 in goal. Defender Rohl received 6 before being replaced by Tim Iroegbunam in the 87th minute. Goalscorer Tarkowski scored 6, Jarrad Branthwaite earned 6.5, and Vitalii Mykolenko recorded a team-high 7.5 among defenders.
James Garner received a 5 rating and a booking before being replaced in the 62nd minute by Hackney, who scored 7. Armstrong earned a 6 rating prior to his 87th-minute substitution for Alcaraz, who received a late booking. Ndiaye scored 6.5, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall received 5.5, and George registered a 7.5 before being replaced by Johnson (6) in the 62nd minute. Striker Barry received a 5 rating before being replaced by Beto (5) in the 70th minute. Moyes received a manager rating of 6, while referee Chris Kavanagh was rated 5.
