Brentford had a successful game against Southampton, winning 3-1 even without their former star player Ivan Toney. Bryan Mbeumo scored two goals, and Yoane Wissa added another to secure the victory for the Bees.
The match started with Southampton showing promise, with Joe Aribo hitting the crossbar with a header. However, Brentford found their momentum towards the end of the first half. Mikkel Damsgaard capitalized on a defensive error by Taylor Harwood-Bellis to set up Kevin Schade, whose shot rebounded to Mbeumo for the opening goal.
In the second half, another defensive mistake by Southampton allowed Mbeumo to score his second goal from a Mathias Jensen pass. Wissa sealed the win for Brentford after a header from Nathan Collins was pushed into him by Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.
Despite Southampton pulling one back in stoppage time with a goal from Yuki Sugawara, it was not enough to overcome Brentford’s lead. The Bees showcased their strength in attack and adaptability without Toney on the field. Manager Thomas Frank’s new goal-scoring heroes proved their worth and secured an impressive victory.
Brentford’s lineup included Flekken, Ajer, Collins, Pinnock, Janelt, Damsgaard, Norgaard, Jensen, Mbeumo, Wissa, and Schade. The team’s cohesion and performance highlighted their potential for success in future matches, even in the absence of key players like Toney. Brentford fans have reason to be optimistic about the team’s prospects in the upcoming games as they continue to demonstrate their skills and determination on the field.
