Overview
- Igor Thiago scored three times and Nathan Collins added a header as Brentford won 4-2 at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
- Everton captain James Tarkowski’s early giveaway led to the opener in a difficult afternoon for the home defence.
- David Moyes made a half-time double substitution by introducing Beto and Merlin Rohl, with Beto and Thierno Barry later netting consolations.
- Teenager Tyler Dibling was taken off at the interval after a poor first half, drawing strong criticism from fans cited by local coverage.
- Everton are 12th with injuries, AFCON call-ups and Jarrad Branthwaite’s ongoing absence limiting options, while January business is expected to be restrained and a right-back move such as Jayden Bogle is reported.