SOULE SPOILS THE HOUSEWARMING

The teams line up for Everton’s first full-capacity match at the new stadium

- From Simon Mullock at Hill Dickinson Stadium

THE theme tune from Z-Cars sounded out at Hill Dickinson Stadium for the very first time — but then came an Italian Job.

Roma midfielder Matias Soule claimed the honour of becoming the first player to score a goal in front of a packed house at Everton’s spectacular new home to leave exasperated Toffees fans wondering whether they really can look forward to a fresh start - or just more of the same.

Everton have invested £750million on a ground that is certain to become an iconic Premier League stage. The key now is to build a team to grace it.