Everton 0-3 Brighton: Youngest coach Fabian Hurzeler makes an immediate impression in the Premier League

There was a stir in the summer when Brighton replaced the experienced Roberto de Zerbi, who had left by mutual consent, with the relatively unknown Hurzeler as their new manager.

The German had achieved success in his home country with FC St. Pauli's promotion to the Bundesliga and that was enough for the Seagulls to call on his services.

At 31 years and 173 days, German Hurzeler became the youngest permanent manager of a Premier League team and the first head coach born after the competition began in 1992.

The former German youth international allowed summer newcomers Minteh and Mats Wieffer to make their debuts, but it was the signing of the experienced James Milner that initially attracted the most interest.

The former Liverpool and Manchester City all-rounder signed a new contract in the summer and is seven years older than his boss. Thanks to his selection, he was able to play in the Premier League for 23 seasons – a record.

Hurzeler was just nine years old when Milner made his Premier League debut in November 2002.

The star of the game was Milner's teammate Mitoma, who kept Everton's defenders under pressure throughout and crowned his excellent performance with a goal.

The tricky winger could have scored more goals, but a precise effort and a low shot were saved by England international Jordan Pickford.

The happy fans who had travelled with the team thought they could celebrate a fourth goal in injury time, but substitute Yasin Ayari's shot from close range was disallowed for offside. But that didn't dampen their spirits, because they were able to celebrate at the final whistle.

Hurzeler said: “It was a good result. It was a tough game, especially in the first few minutes. It was really intense and the atmosphere was loud and we suffered in some moments, but we defended pretty well. After that we tried to control the game and we had very good chances.”

“We went 1-0 up and then controlling the game and keeping possession was helpful for us. Ultimately, clean play is so important to win games in the Premier League and today everyone was responsible for defending their own penalty area.

“It showed the attitude and character of the players, so I'm very happy for them. It was a good start, nothing more, and now we'll try to keep working on staying humble after a win like this.”