Brentford’s unbeaten start to the season continued, but they were left frustrated after a 1-1 draw against Sunderland, marking the second consecutive week they have squandered a late lead [1]. Vitaly Janelt opened the scoring for Brentford in the 57th minute [2], but a penalty conceded by Keane Lewis-Potter in the 82nd minute allowed Enzo Le Fée to equalize for Sunderland [3].
Match Incidents and Substitutions
Brentford had opportunities to extend their lead, including an Anthony tap-in that was ruled out [1]. Igor Thiago also had a headed chance saved by Sunderland’s Robin Roefs [2]. Head coach Keith Andrews made a triple substitution at half-time, bringing on players including Aaron Hickey, in an attempt to change the team’s dynamic [2]. Andrews, who has discussed his coaching philosophy and aspirations for Brentford [4], praised his team’s ability to play the ‘ugly side of the game’ in the second half [5].
Injury Update
Brentford also faced an injury concern during the match, as Nathan Collins was substituted due to a calf strain [2]. This will be a point of concern for the team as they look ahead to their next fixtures.
Sources
- Sky Sports: Le Fee penalty rescues draw for Sunderland at Brentford skysports.com ↩
- The Guardian: Enzo Le Fée penalty redemption rescues point for Sunderland at Brentford theguardian.com ↩
- BBC Sport: Le Fee penalty saves point for Sunderland at Brentford bbc.co.uk ↩
- BBC Sport: Football Daily bbc.co.uk ↩
- BBC Sport: We played 'ugly side of the game' - Andrews proud of Brentford display bbc.co.uk ↩