Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti and Dominic Calvert-LweinEverton set the early pace in the top flight with wins over Tottenham, West Brom and Palace last month, before they defeated BrightonEverton manager Carlo Ancelotti was named Premier League Manager of the Month for September and said their strong start to the season can be the ideal launch pad to push for a European spot. Ancelotti’s side have set the early pace in the top flight with wins over Tottenham Hotspur, West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace last month, before they defeated Brighton and Hove Albion Saturday to maintain their perfect start. It is the fifth time the 61-year old has claimed the prize, with his four previous awards coming during his time at Chelsea. Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 23, won the Player of the Month prize for September, marking the first time the Merseyside club have claimed both awards since Phil Jagielka and manager David Moyes did so in February 2009. Calvert-Lewin, who scored on his England debut in Thursday’s 3-0 friendly win over Wales at Wembley, netted five league goals last month and was also on the scoresheet versus Brighton.

Source: Dhaka Tribune October 09, 2020 12:45 UTC