Sean Dyche revealed Wednesday night’s 2-0 derby victory over Liverpool was a reward for the Evertonians and their “incredible” support, describing the win as “one for the people.”

The result represents Everton’s first home victory over their local rivals since October 2010, ending a 12-game winless run.Jarrad Branthwaite struck the Blues into the lead in the first half, before Dominic Calvert-Lewin produced a towering header to double the Toffees’ advantage in the second period, netting his third goal in his past four matches.

Dyche, giving his reaction to his first Merseyside derby at Goodison, said: “To give the people that, it’s pleasing for all of us. You know what it’s like. The news changes quickly. A few weeks ago, people were saying: ‘Do they care?’ They care. We care. There are no two ways about that, and I think we made that clear as a collective.

“Another clean sheet, as well, so I’m pleased with that. A couple of really big saves from Jordan. We get a little bit lucky with the one that hits the inside of the post, but we’ve created enough chances ourselves.

“The energy of the side, the commitment to the cause, and the shape were all in place, and they have to when you play some of these sides. I thought the general performance was very good, and the reward is a big result against our local rivals.”

Pickford’s display, along with a solid defensive showing, helped the Blues towards another clean sheet, with only Arsenal’s David Raya keeping more clean sheets (14) than the Everton goalkeeper (11) this season.