Premier League GW9 - Brentford vs Burnley

Brentford vs Burnley | Photo Credits: Reuters

Action-Packed Premier League Clash at Gtech Community Stadium

Welcome to the Gtech Community Stadium's enthralling Premier League encounter between Brentford and Burnley. This match expected to include thrilling moments and goals because both sides were hoping to raise their standings.

Brentford's Search for Success

The success that Brentford had last season hasn't quite been replicated this year. The Bees had only won one of their games overall (D5 L4), and Fulham was the team they beat in the Premier League. Despite their eight-game losing streak (W0 L4), they came into this game fresh off a crushing 2-1 loss to Manchester United.

Struggles Continue for Burnley

Burnley was having a difficult season as well, with just one league win since being promoted (D1 L6). Their solitary victory came in their most recent away game, a 2-1 victory over Luton Town, but a 4-1 loss to Chelsea just before the break had them downcast.

Starting Lineups:

Brentford (4-3-3):

• Mark Flekken; Kristoffer Ajer, Nathan Collins, Ethan Pinnock, Frank Onyeka; Mathias Jensen, Christian Norgaard, Vitaly Janelt; Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, Neal Maupay.
  

Brentford Substitutes:

• Saman Ghoddos, Zanka, Ben Mee, Mads Roerslev, Michael Olakigbe, Kim Ji-Soo, Thomas Strakosha, Ethan Brierley, Yehor Tarmoliuk.
  

Burnley (4-2-3-1):

• James Trafford; Connor Roberts, Ameen Al Dakhil, Dara O'Shea, Charlie Taylor; Sander Berge, Josh Cullen; Mike Tresor, Zeki Amdouni, Wilson Odobert; Lyle Foster.
  

Burnley Substitutes:

• Josh Brownhill, Arjanet Muric, Hannes Delcroix, Luca Koleosho, Jack Cork, Nathan Redmond, Jay Rodriguez, Jacob Bruun Larsen, Anass Zaroury.
  

First Half: Brentford Takes Control

Early on in the game, Brentford had a chance, but Maupay's effort was off-target. The goal by Maupay, which the hosts initially believed had given them the lead, was disallowed for offside. Wissa scored in the 25th minute as a result of their continued pressure, though.

Second Half: Brentford Extends Their Lead

In the second half, Brentford maintained their superiority. Just after the hour mark, Mbeumo produced a stunning curling goal to double the lead. Burnley's problems worsened when Roberts was given two yellow cards and eventually dismissed, leaving them with just 10 players.

Brentford Seals the Win

In the 87th minute, Ghoddos scored a spectacular goal that swerved into the net off the post, giving Brentford a resounding 3-0 victory.

Full-Time: Brentford Celebrates a Commanding 3-0 Win

Brentford defeated Burnley with 10 men in a stunning 3-0 victory to get back on the winning track. The Bees weren't deterred by Maupay's early goal that was disallowed because they kept up the pressure and Wissa was able to tap in from close range. In the second half, the hosts maintained their advantage. Mbeumo scored a lovely goal, and Ghoddos added a stunning goal to complete the scoring. Brentford will now play Chelsea after moving up to 14th in the standings thanks to the victory. Burnley will play their next game against Bournemouth while still in the relegation zone.