Everton vs Man United – Premier League: Live score, team news and updates as the Toffees return to action for the first time since their points deduction

And so onto Goodison Park then, which expected to be an even angrier venue than usual this afternoon.

For once, however, Evertonians will not be aiming their vitriol at their players, referees or the club’s board but at the Premier League.

Everton were plunged to 19th on the table last week, after the Premier League deducted for breaching profit and sustainability rules.

The club were left stunned by the decision and plan to launch an immediate appeal, while supporters will get their first chance to vent their indignation on the pitch this afternoon.

Supporters group The 1878s will hand out ‘Premier League corrupt’ placards outside the ground for their match against United, plus banners and flags.

Among all that, United arrive on Merseyside for what could be their last visit to Goodison Park with team decimated by injuries.

Everton is the first stop on a crucial three-game trip for United, which will take them to Istanbul to face Galatasaray on Wednesday for a pivotal Champions League clash and then to Newcastle on Saturday.