Liverpool Leave It Late To Steal A Win Against Brentford
Brentford have leaned heavily on their formidable home form at the Gtech Community Stadium to keep themselves clear of the relegation zone this season, with a remarkable 23 of their 28 points coming from matches on their own turf.
However, their stronghold has shown signs of vulnerability in recent weeks, as they have failed to secure a home victory in their last five outings across all competitions.
In their recent clash against league leaders Liverpool, Brentford adopted a conservative game plan. They opted to sit deep, absorb pressure, and look for opportunities to counterattack.
Early on, Bryan Mbeumo showed flashes of promise, hinting at his potential to disrupt Liverpool’s defense. However, he quickly found himself isolated and effectively neutralized by the defensive pairing of Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté.
As the match progressed, Brentford appeared to lack the drive to push for a win, especially during the final 15 minutes.
Nonetheless, they seemed poised to grind out a valuable point and secure their first clean sheet of the season. Liverpool, however, maintained relentless pressure, attempting an astonishing 37 shots throughout the match. Their persistence paid off in stoppage time, with Darwin Núñez scoring twice to snatch a dramatic victory.
While it might be unfair to overly criticize Brentford for their display against a Liverpool side that looks destined for the title, the focus now shifts to their upcoming fixtures.
With their next five matches against teams currently sitting below them in the table, manager Thomas Frank will undoubtedly demand a significant improvement in both performance and results to ensure they maintain their cushion above the relegation zone.
Liverpool Leave It Late To Steal A Win Against Brentford