Draw a fair result for both West Ham and Everton

THIS was a game where both teams showed much endeavour but produced little end product.
Most of West Ham’s chances fell to the hapless Sebastian Haller, who spurned them all.
First, the big striker headed wide, then saw his low drive saved by Everton keeper Jordan Pickford with his legs.
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