Brentford’s Striker Duo Making History
Brentford’s dynamic striking duo, Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa, are making significant strides in the Premier League, having both scored in a recent 4-2 victory over Brighton. This match marked the seventh time this season that both players have found the net in the same game, placing them among the league’s top strike partnerships.
Chasing Premier League Records
Currently, Mbeumo and Wissa are on pace to break a Premier League record for most matches where both players score in a single season. With five games remaining, their current tally sits at seven, surpassing Liverpool’s duo of Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo, who have managed six matching performances this season. Should they continue their scoring streak, they could potentially challenge the all-time record set by Liverpool’s Salah and Roberto Firmino, achieved during the 2017-18 season.
Brentford’s Home Performance
The recent victory underlines Brentford’s strength when playing at home. Throughout this season, matches in which Brentford has scored first have resulted in four wins, two draws, and only one defeat in the Premier League. Mbeumo’s contributions include scoring the opening goal in eight matches, further solidifying his role as a key player in Brentford’s offensive lineup.
Match Summary and Player Highlights
In their match against Brighton, Mbeumo opened the scoring early before Danny Welbeck leveled for Brighton right before halftime. After the break, Mbeumo scored again, exploiting a defensive error by Brighton’s goalkeeper. The match saw further drama with a red card for Joao Pedro and concluded with a goal from Christian Norgaard in stoppage time.
League Implications
This victory propelled Brentford into 10th place in the league, edging them closer to the top eight and potential European competition. Conversely, Brighton dropped to 11th, marking a concerning five-match winless streak, prompting discussions about necessary changes within their squad.
