Brentford to appeal Christian Norgaard red card as Thomas Frank says ref ‘not brave enough’ - The Bees centre-back was sent off following VAR intervention.

Norgaard was dismissed late in the first-half after catching the Toffees' goalkeeper at knee height while challenging for the ball. Bees boss Thomas Frank said post-match it was "never a red card" and "there needs to be more common sense".

Brentford defender Nathan Collins admits skipper Christian Norgaard was hit hard by his red card in yesterday's 0-0 draw at Everton.

Christian Norgaard was sent off in the first half, but Brentford held Everton 0-0 to end their five-match losing run away from home.

VAR Anthony Backhouse sent Kavanagh to the screen and he overturned his original call, showing a straight red and providing Everton with a big opportunity to earn a crucial three points. The decision sparked frustration in the away dugout, where Brentford boss Thomas Frank was booked for his protests.

The Bees centre-back was sent off following VAR intervention after catching goalkeeper Jordan Pickford on his knee.

Norgaard was shown red after 41 minutes following a VAR intervention for his sliding challenge on Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford .