Postmatch editorial
Brentford made the pre-match prices look right
The final score was Grimsby Town 0-5 Brentford. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
The decisive turn arrived late when Nathan Collins scored 75' for Brentford.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Brentford led Shots on target 2-5. Brentford also shaded Total shots 4-13.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Brentford the favourite at 74.9% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Brentford
74.9%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
BrentfordGrimsby Town
Brentford
2
5
Total shots
BrentfordGrimsby Town
Brentford
4
13
Corners
BrentfordGrimsby Town
Brentford
2
3