Tag: Brentford

Haaland Hot Streak Continues as Manchester City Edge Brentford 2-1
Manchester City, Brentford FC

Haaland Hot Streak Continues as Manchester City Edge Brentford 2-1

By Score More Staff Erling Haaland's incredible form continued as Manchester City secured their fourth consecutive win of the season, beating Brentford 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium. The Norwegian striker netted a brace, turning the match around after an early shock goal from Yoane Wissa. Brentford stunned Pep Guardiola’s side just 22 seconds into the match when John Stones mishit a clearance, gifting Wissa an opportunity to head home from close range. The visitors briefly threatened to disrupt City’s winning streak, but Haaland had other plans. The prolific forward scored twice within 13 minutes during the first half, quickly restoring City's control of the game. Though he missed a few chances to complete a hat-trick, his two goals were enough to secure another victory for the reigning Pre...
Liverpool Triumphs Over Brentford: Luis Díaz Shines with Goal and Assist
Liverpool FC, Brentford FC

Liverpool Triumphs Over Brentford: Luis Díaz Shines with Goal and Assist

By Score More Liverpool secured a vital 2-0 victory over Brentford at Anfield, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season. The Reds, under the guidance of Arne Slot, ensured they stayed level with Manchester City, Arsenal, and Brighton at the top of the table after two consecutive wins. The match saw Portuguese international Diogo Jota in the starting lineup, and it was his brilliance that set the tone for Liverpool's first goal. In the 13th minute, Jota turned a Brentford corner into a lightning-fast counter-attack. After a surging run past the halfway line, he set up former FC Porto teammate Luis Díaz, who calmly slotted the ball past the Brentford goalkeeper to give Liverpool the lead. At halftime, Liverpool led 1-0, but Brentford, bolstered by the introduction of a...
Benfica Draws 1-1 with Brentford in Pre-Season Friendly
Brentford FC, Sport Lisboa Benfica

Benfica Draws 1-1 with Brentford in Pre-Season Friendly

By Score More LISBON, July 25, 2024 - Benfica played to a 1-1 draw with Brentford in a pre-season friendly at Estádio da Luz on Thursday. While the result was a draw, the performance from the home side showed promising signs for the season ahead. Benfica began the match in their characteristic 4-2-3-1 formation, with Marcos Leonardo playing behind striker Pavlidis. True to Roger Schmidt's philosophy, the team demonstrated high intensity, relentless pressing, and a strong commitment to quickly regain possession. Leandro Barreiro and Florentino anchored the midfield, ensuring balance and defensive solidity, while Neres, Pavlidis, and Marcos Leonardo spearheaded the pressing efforts upfront. Despite the positive start, Benfica suffered an early setback due to a significant error by M...
Premier League: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Brentford
Nottingham Forest, Brentford FC

Premier League: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Brentford

By Score More The only Sunday Premier League match took place at The City Ground, where Nottingham Forest aimed to secure their second home win of the season after suffering defeat against Manchester City in their previous outing. Brentford, managed by Thomas Frank, sought to bounce back from a disappointing home defeat by Everton. The game began with a poignant tribute to Maddy Cusack, a Forest academy product who tragically passed away the previous week. Once the match started, Steve Cooper's Forest side attempted to take control early on. They earned an early free kick, which was taken by Callum Hudson-Odoi, but Brentford defended it well. Brentford struggled to establish themselves in the opening minutes and believed they had conceded a goal in the 8th minute when Taiwo Awoniyi scor...
Premier League: Brentford 1-3 Everton
Brentford FC, Everton FC

Premier League: Brentford 1-3 Everton

By Score More Everton delivered a superb performance against Brentford, displaying confidence and resilience that suggested they are not destined for a relegation battle this season. James Tarkowski, leading against his former club, was outstanding, providing both defensive stability and posing a threat in attack. Abdoulaye Doucoure's exceptional performance included scoring his seventh goal in his last 16 league games, showcasing his impact. Despite Doucoure hitting the woodwork in the first half, Brentford quickly equalized through Mathias Jensen. However, Dominic Calvert-Lewin later sealed the game for Everton, resulting in a jubilant celebration with Doucoure, encapsulating the evening's success. In his 250th professional game, Calvert-Lewin, who has faced injury challenges, found t...
Premier League: Newcastle 1-0 Brentford
Newcastle, Brentford FC

Premier League: Newcastle 1-0 Brentford

By Score More Newcastle overcame moments of nervousness and anxiety to secure their first victory since the opening day's triumph against Aston Villa, edging out Brentford 1-0 at St James' Park on Saturday. The timing of this win couldn't have been better, as Newcastle is on the brink of its much-anticipated return to Champions League football this week. They are set to face a formidable challenge against AC Milan at San Siro on Tuesday evening. It's a stern test, but it's precisely what the club and its fans have yearned for all along—the hope that endured throughout the gloomy Mike Ashley era, the aspiration to see the club reclaim its rightful place. Eddie Howe made significant changes ahead of Brentford's visit to St James' Park. Callum Wilson, Harvey Barnes, Elliot Anderson, and Se...
Premier League: Brentford 2-2 Bournemouth
Brentford FC, Bournemouth

Premier League: Brentford 2-2 Bournemouth

By Score More David Brooks' long-awaited Premier League goal since his recovery from cancer couldn't secure Bournemouth their first win under the guidance of Andoni Iraola. Brooks, who bravely battled Hodgkin lymphoma two years ago and last found the net in the top flight in July 2020, capitalized on Brentford's missed opportunities late in the second half. He tapped in after Rico Henry's misplayed backpass, completing a remarkable personal journey and seemingly sealing the win for his team. Dominic Solanke had previously equalized for Bournemouth after Mathias Jensen's surprising opener from a free-kick. Andoni Iraola appeared poised for his first victory as Cherries boss after joining from Rayo Vallecano this summer. However, Bryan Mbeumo's stoppage-time equalizer denied him all three...
Premier League: Brentford 1-1 Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace FC, Brentford FC

Premier League: Brentford 1-1 Crystal Palace

By Score More Roy Hodgson heaped praise on Joachim Andersen following Crystal Palace's hard-fought 1-1 draw against Brentford, during which the defender's late and scrappy equalizer salvaged a point for his team. Andersen managed to poke the ball past goalkeeper Mark Flekken with just 14 minutes left on the clock. Prior to that, Kevin Schade had given Brentford a deserved lead in the first half, unleashing a magnificent finish from within the left channel. After a first half dominated by Brentford, Crystal Palace improved their performance in the second half. However, frustration loomed as Flekken thwarted Jefferson Lerma, Jordan Ayew, and Odsonne Edouard with a series of smart second-half saves. Roy Hodgson, the manager of Palace, regarded Andersen as the standout player on the field,...
Premier League: Brentford Secure Convincing Victory Over Fulham Despite Red Card
Fulham FC, Brentford FC

Premier League: Brentford Secure Convincing Victory Over Fulham Despite Red Card

By Score More Brentford emerged triumphant against west London rivals Fulham with a 3-0 victory, despite being reduced to 10 men at Craven Cottage. Yoane Wissa's early strike and Bryan Mbeumo's brace sealed the comfortable win for Brentford in a heated derby clash. Fulham's Issa Diop committed a costly defensive error that led to Wissa's goal just before half-time, as he rounded goalkeeper Bernd Leno to give the Bees the lead. In the 64th minute, Wissa was brought down by Tim Ream in the box, resulting in Ream's second yellow card and a penalty for Brentford, which Mbeumo calmly converted. Brentford sealed their victory with Mbeumo's third goal in the 92nd minute, tapping in a low cross from Kristoffer Ajer. This win marked Brentford's fifth victory in eight games against Fulham and ...
Tottenham Draws 2-2 Against Brentford in Premier League Opener Without Kane
Brentford FC, Premier League, Tottenham

Tottenham Draws 2-2 Against Brentford in Premier League Opener Without Kane

By Score More Tottenham secured a 2-2 draw against Brentford in their Premier League season opener, marking their first match after the departure of the iconic Harry Kane, the club's all-time top scorer, who recently signed with Bayern Munich. Under the guidance of Australian coach Ange Postecoglou (formerly with Celtic), Tottenham initially took the lead as Cristian Romero scored in the 11th minute. However, Brentford managed to turn the tables before halftime with goals from Bryan Mbeumo (26' penalty) and Yoane Wissa (36'). Just before the break, Emerson Royal (45+1') netted a goal that allowed Tottenham to go into halftime level. This score remained unchanged in the second half. Spanish full-back Pedro Porro, previously with Sporting, was an unused substitute. It was a challenging s...