In a thrilling Premier League encounter yesterday at the Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Liverpool, handing the reigning champions their fourth consecutive league loss.
Brentford struck early: a massive long-throw by Michael Kayode found a flick-on and led to a goal by Dango Ouattara in just the 5th minute.
They doubled their lead in the 45th minute when Kevin Schade calmly finished after a pinpoint pass from Mikkel Damsgaard.
Liverpool pulled one back right before halftime through Milos Kerkez to make it 2-1.
In the second half, a VAR-awarded penalty was converted by Igor Thiago to restore Brentford’s two-goal cushion.
Despite a goal by Mohamed Salah in the 89th minute for Liverpool making it 3-2, Brentford held on to claim a vital and morale-boosting win.
Liverpool’s defensive vulnerabilities were exposed once again. Manager Arne Slot admitted that despite their dominance in possession and chances created, the team failed to cope with Brentford’s physical intensity and direct style of play.
Brentford, meanwhile, showcased their set-piece and long-throw mastery, a facet that has become a trademark under coach Keith Andrews. They now have an upward momentum and are pushing deeper into the top-half of the table.
From a football prediction standpoint, this result will likely alter expectations for Liverpool’s upcoming fixtures—especially at home—while boosting Brentford’s profile as a dangerous mid-table side capable of upsetting big teams.
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