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Lampard looks for another ‘massive effort’ after 9-man Everton lose
Everton's Salomon Rondon (right) walks past manager Frank Lampard after being shown a red card during the Premier League match against Brentford on Saturday

FRANK LAMPARD is looking for another “massive effort” from his Everton players on Thursday after defeat to Brentford on Saturday kept them in the relegation dogfight.

The Everton boss gave his players a day off today before preparing for Thursday night’s home game against Crystal Palace, which could have a big say on whether they stay in the Premier League.

Everton started well against Brentford, buoyed by another fizzing atmosphere at Goodison Park.

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