Leon Osman tapped in Everton's fourth from close range after Johnny Heitinga's free-kick came off the wall.

BBC: Hull 0-4 Everton

Everton, whose lengthy injury list looks likely to grow after Johnny Heitinga limped off, had looked more likely to extend their lead than be pegged back.

BBC: Aston Villa 2-2 Everton

Sylvain Distin and Phil Jagielka marshalled Everton's defensive unit superbly throughout, pressing and closing City's forwards, while Johnny Heitinga was effective in breaking down the supply line.

BBC: Manchester City 0-2 Everton