There is clearly still some way to go for the storm clouds to lift for these two teams but, on a day when thunder, lightning and biblical rain kept the players off for a 21-minute half-time interval, at least they can see the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow that is Premier League salvation.

A first goal in the Premier League from Iliman Ndiaye earned Everton their first point of the season, although they did lose another lead when Stephy Mavididi secured a 73th-minute equaliser with his third goal in four games. While both teams are still seeking their first Premier League victories of the season, at least they could claim progress.