Everton could not hold on for a vital three points as Frank Lampard and his charges drew for the second game in succession, 1-1 away to Brentford.
The Blues have struggled in the early stages of the season, with defeats against Aston Villa and Chelsea before a draw at home to Nottingham Forest.
But a first-half strike from Anthony Gordon gave them a deserved lead after a positive start. Brentford came on strong as the opening period wore on, but Lampard's men went into the break ahead.
