Scoreless draw with Crystal Palace shows Everton are learning lessons, says Martinez

Roberto Martinez spoke of his optimism surrounding Everton's FA Cup semi-final with Manchester United after believing his team had demonstrated crucial progress in their 0-0 Premier League draw at Crystal Palace.

Everton had to play with 10 men after James McCarthy was shown a second yellow card seven minutes into the second period, but amid intense pressure they remained resilient and earned what was ultimately an impressive point and clean sheet.