Brentford Claims Hard-Fought Victory in Back-and-Forth Battle Against AFC Bournemouth

2024-05-12

AFC Bournemouth's next Premier League game takes them to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on 19 May. On the same day, Brentford will host Newcastle United.

In a dramatic turnaround, Brentford emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over AFC Bournemouth, who initially led 0-0. Yoane Wissa struck with an assist from Bryan Mbeumo just a minute after Dominic Solanke equalized for Bournemouth, assisted by Marcos Senesi.

Bryan Mbeumo was instrumental in breaking the deadlock with just four minutes remaining, providing a moment of pure magic for the fans. The final goal from Mbeumo, assisted by Wissa, sealed the 2-1 victory for Brentford.

Elsewhere in the Premier League, Manchester City triumphed 4-0 over Fulham, while Everton eked out a 1-0 win against Sheffield United. Newcastle United drew 1-1 with Brighton & Hove Albion, Tottenham Hotspur edged a 2-1 win against Burnley, and West Ham United overpowered Luton Town 3-1. Crystal Palace secured a 3-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Chelsea narrowly defeated Nottingham Forest 3-2.

Brentford have now scored a total of 54 goals this season, equally split between home and away games. On the other hand, AFC Bournemouth have bagged 53 goals, with a near-even split at home and away.

Recent form for AFC Bournemouth shows two wins and three losses, with six goals scored and eight conceded in their last five games. Brentford have displayed solid form with three wins and one draw, scoring nine times and conceding just three.