Everton vs Brentford Player Ratings: Toffees Overwhelmed as Brentford Cruise to 4-2 Victory

Brentford put in a five-star performance at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. All the Premier League fans expected a tight contest, but what we witnessed was a complete demolition and dominance. Everton were simply blown away by the sheer intensity and clinical finishing of the visitors. From our perspective, the game was over as a contest early in the second half. The 4-2 scoreline honestly flatters the home side.

From the very first whistle, Brentford were relentless, storming forward with intent through the Toffees’ defence at ease. Every attack felt dangerous, every move was purposeful, as the Bees played with confidence, pace, and precision that Everton simply couldn’t live with.

For Everton, it was a horror show. They looked disorganized at the back and toothless in attack for large spells. While they managed to grab a consolation goal, the overall performance fell short of the required standard. This was a brutal reality check, and major questions will be asked of the players and the manager after such a capitulation. Sportsdunia brings you the detailed Everton vs Brentford Player Ratings from a bruising Premier League encounter.

Everton Player Ratings vs Brentford

Goalkeeper

Jordan Pickford - 5.0: A thankless task for the England number one. He conceded four goals but what could he do? He was left completely exposed by his defense time and time again. Made three saves, but he couldn't stem the relentless tide of Brentford attacks. From our perspective, his body language screamed frustration throughout the second half.

Defenders

Michael Keane - 4.5: A really tough afternoon for the centre-back. He was part of a defensive unit that completely fell apart. Won a decent number of his aerial duels but was caught out of position too often. The pace and movement of Igor Thiago seemed to be too much for him to handle. A day he will want to forget quickly.

James Tarkowski - 5.5: The captain fought hard, winning an incredible 15 duels, but it was his error leading to a goal that defined his performance. As a leader, you can't make those mistakes. He tried to rally the troops and even got forward to create a couple of chances, but the damage was done at the back. It was a mixed bag, but the big mistake was very costly.

Jake O'Brien - 5.0: Looked overwhelmed by the occasion. He lost possession 16 times which is simply not good enough at this level. While he made a few clearances and interceptions, he struggled to contain the fluid Brentford forward line. What stood out to us was a lack of composure when under pressure.

Vitaliy Mykolenko - 5.5: He tried to get forward and did deliver some crosses, but his final ball often lacked quality. Defensively, he was given a torrid time and like the rest of the backline he struggled. Losing possession 16 times as a full-back is a worrying statistic. He just didn't seem to be at the races today.

Midfielders

Dwight McNeil - 5.0: A very quiet 45 minutes before being hooked at halftime. He had one shot on target early on but failed to make any real impact on the game. We noticed he was tracking back, but he offered very little in an attacking sense. The substitution was not a surprise.

Jack Grealish - 7.0: One of the only Everton players who can hold their head high. He provided the assist for the consolation goal and was always trying to make things happen, creating three chances in total. He showed fight and quality when others around him were hiding. A glimmer of light in a dark, dark day for the Toffees.

Tyler Dibling - 4.5: Completely anonymous and was rightly substituted at the break. The game just passed him by. He lost 8 of his 10 duels and was a passenger in midfield. A harsh lesson for the young player about the demands of the Premier League.

James Garner - 7.5: An all-action display from a player who refused to give up. He won 12 duels and made an incredible 7 tackles, covering every blade of grass. He tried to drive his team forward and showed real passion. His efforts deserved far more than a 4-1 defeat. A true warrior's performance.

Tim Iroegbunam - 6.0: He was busy in the middle of the park, making tackles and recovering the ball. However, he was often bypassed by Brentford's quick passing and movement. A decent effort but ultimately he couldn't get a foothold in the game against a superior midfield.

Forwards

Thierno Barry - 5.0: It was a frustrating day for the forward. He missed a big chance and was generally well-marshalled by the Brentford defense. He battled for aerial balls but lacked the clinical touch needed. What stood out was his isolation for long periods of the game.

Substitutes

Beto - 6.5: Came on at halftime and immediately offered more of a presence. Scored a good header to give the home fans something, however small, to cheer about. He looked like a threat and gave Everton a focal point they were missing in the first half.

Merlin Röhl - 6.0: Replaced Dwight McNeil and injected some energy. He had a shot blocked and tried to get involved but the game was already slipping away. A difficult situation to come into.

Harrison Armstrong - N/A: Brought on late in the game with the result already decided. Not enough time to make any meaningful impact.

Manager

D. Moyes - 4.0: A day to forget for the experienced manager. His team's setup was all wrong, particularly the defense which was shambolic. They were out-thought and out-fought across the pitch. The halftime changes made a small difference, but tactically, Brentford's K. Andrews won this battle hands down.

Brentford Player Ratings vs Everton

Goalkeeper

Caoimhín Kelleher - 7.5: A really solid display from the keeper. He made four saves and commanded his area with confidence. His distribution was good and he was never flustered. Conceding one goal was no fault of his own. A very reassuring presence.

Defenders

Aaron Hickey - 6.5: A tidy and efficient performance from the full-back. He was solid in his defensive duties and comfortable on the ball. Didn't do anything spectacular but he didn't need to. He did his job well before being substituted.

Kristoffer Ajer - 7.0: A dominant force at the back. He won his aerial battles and made a number of important clearances. He was a rock that the Everton attack just couldn't get past. A very strong defensive showing.

Nathan Collins - 8.5: What a captain's performance. He scored a fantastic header to double Brentford's lead and was imperious at the back. He won his duels, read the game brilliantly and led by example. A complete performance from the central defender.

Michael Kayode - 7.0: Looked incredibly composed for a defender. His pass accuracy of 91% shows how comfortable he was in possession, even under pressure. He was strong in the tackle and positionally sound. An excellent outing.

Midfielders

Kevin Schade - 7.5: His pace and directness were a nightmare for the Everton defense. He grabbed an assist and was a constant threat until he was substituted. A really exciting player to watch when he's in this kind of mood.

Mathias Jensen - 7.5: The creative hub of the team. He was pulling the strings in midfield, creating chances with his incisive passing. His delivery from set-pieces was also a major weapon. A classy performance.

Yegor Yarmolyuk - 7.0: The engine room of the team. He was everywhere, recovering the ball 11 times and driving his team forward. He picked up a yellow card, but his relentless energy set the tone for Brentford's dominant display. A proper all-action midfielder.

Mikkel Damsgaard - 7.0: His work rate was phenomenal. He pressed from the front and recovered the ball 10 times. While he was sometimes untidy in possession, his energy and defensive contribution were vital to the team's success. A tireless performance.

Vitaly Janelt - 9.0: Absolutely sensational. He ran the show from midfield, picking up two assists and creating two big chances. His vision and range of passing were on another level. From our perspective, he was a very close second for the man of the match award. A midfield masterclass.

Forwards

Igor Thiago - 9.5: The highest-rated player on the pitch and the clear Man of the Match. Two goals, and he was a constant menace to the Everton backline. His power, movement, and clinical finishing were simply unplayable. A world-class centre-forward performance that terrified the opposition.

Substitutes

Keane Lewis-Potter - 6.5: Came on and seamlessly continued the threat that Kevin Schade had posed. He was lively, direct, and contributed to an attacking move almost immediately. A great option to have from the bench.

Jordan Henderson - 6.0: A professional cameo from the experienced midfielder. He came on to help see the game out, kept possession well, and ensured there were no late slip-ups. Did his job perfectly.

Rico Henry - N/A: Came on late with the three points already secured. Didn't have enough time to influence proceedings.

Manager

K. Andrews - 9.0: A tactical masterclass from the Brentford boss. His game plan was executed to perfection. The team was organized, aggressive, and ruthless in front of goal. He completely outwitted his counterpart D. Moyes today.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match: Igor Thiago