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Southampton debutant Josh Sims savours man of the match display in victory over Everton

Southampton debutant Josh Sims says it was 'everything he wished for' after starring in their 1-0 victory over Everton.

The 19-year-old capped off his first Premier League start with a man-of-the-match performance - earning a standing ovation from the St Mary's crowd as he was substituted in the 84th minute.

Charlie Austin netted the only goal of the game within the first minute by tapping in Sims' header across goal to make it an unhappy return for former boss Ronald Koeman on the south coast.

Southampton debutant Josh Sims says his first team bow was 'everything he wished for'
Southampton debutant Josh Sims says his first team bow was 'everything he wished for'
Charlie Austin netted the only goal of the game after 44 seconds by tapping in Sims' header
Charlie Austin netted the only goal of the game after 44 seconds by tapping in Sims' header
The 19-year-old capped off his first league start with a man-of-the-match performance
The 19-year-old capped off his first league start with a man-of-the-match performance

Sims told Sky Sports: 'As a kid I came through the academy at Southampton so playing in front of all the fans and them singing my name was a dream.