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Ronald Koeman criticises Everton players after beating Arsenal
RONALD KOEMAN was critical of his Everton players despite their 2-1 win over Arsenal tonight.
Ronald Koeman was unhappy with how Everton started against Arsenal
Everton beat Arsenal thanks to a headed winner from Ashley Williams, who last scored a club goal to help Swansea beat the Gunners at the Emirates last season.
Alexis Sanchez opened the scoring for Arsenal, before Seamus Coleman equalised to set up a frantic finale that ended in dismay for Arsene Wenger’s men.
But after the win, Everton boss Ronald Koeman criticised his players for their first 20 minutes at Goodison Park.
Ashley Williams celebrates scoring Everton's winner against Arsenal
"The first 20 minutes, that was really poor,” Koeman told BBC Sport.
“We were very nervous and unsure. Every ball back. Mistakes and no aggression.
“After that we played face to face and showed unbelievable spirit to come back and we deserved the win.
“We were lucky in the last situation but we played great football and the support of the fans, it makes Goodison Park really difficult to beat us here.
"Sometimes it is difficult to understand why we start so poorly at the beginning.
“Of course there is some lack of confidence but show your personality. We showed big personality."