Toffees battle past Cottagers

Headers from Denis Stracqualursi and Marouane Fellaini sent Everton into the fifth round of the FA Cup as they came from behind to beat Fulham 2-1.

Danny Murphy gave Fulham a controversial early lead from the penalty spot at Goodison Park.

John Heitinga was adjudged to have handled as he slid in to block a Damien Duff shot, allowing the veteran midfielder to send Tim Howard the wrong way from the resulting spot-kick.

But hard-working Everton were rewarded for determined fightback.

Landon Donovan was twice the provider as Stracqualursi, with his first goal for the club, equalised just prior to half-time before Fellaini settled the contest in the 73rd minute.

The result means the Toffees will take their place in Sunday's fifth-round draw.