Everton take the belt

Everton beat Sunderland 1–0 at home to start reign 83 of the Premier League belt, the 9th for the franchise.

Sunderland had held it since November 9, 1895, with 0 defenses over 7 days.

Everton held it for 94 days and 9 defenses, then lost it to Sheffield Wednesday on February 18, 1896.