Carroll thanks his supporters

Last updated : 03 October 2011 By Adam Bryant

"That’s for everyone who has stood by me," he said of his opening goal in Liverpool's 2-0 win at Goodison. "My goal is for everyone - for Kenny, the lads and the fans, everyone who has stood by me.

"This is easily the highlight of my time here. Scoring against Everton and beating them at their place is special.

"It’s a relief to get my first of the season, and to get my first of the season against Everton, it couldn’t get any better.

"I’ve got to make sure that I keep doing well week in and week out now. I have got to keep it going."