Everton manager Frank Lampard has issued a defiant statement ahead of the visit of Newcastle United on Thursday. The Toffees have endured a trying campaign and despite bolstering their ranks in January, sit precariously above the Premier League relegation zone in 17th.
Most recently, they fell to a 1-0 home defeat against Wolves and the atmosphere inside Goodison Park turned toxic at the final whistle. Lampard was understanding of supporter frustration before declaring a desire to 'get points everywhere' and insisting he does not put an emphasis on home turf.
Speaking after the defeat, he said: "I've played for 20 years and I have seen plenty of reactions from crowds. I can't stand there and say 'Thanks very much for helping us play so well against Brentford and Leeds and Manchester City' - and deserve more in that game - and not expect that the fans that want the team to do well, want the team to stay up and get wins, will not have reactions. I don't put an emphasis on Goodison Park, I want to get points everywhere."
