But it could have been even worse for the Toffees as a Wigan side, who stay third-from-bottom, produced a performance full of graft that might have sneaked them a win with more composure in front of goal when presented with two rare opportunities late on.

BBC: Everton 0-0 Wigan

Sale made 11 changes to the side that started last week's Heineken Cup win over Harlequins but made the Tigers graft for victory.

BBC: Leicester 32-6 Sale