HALF-TIME: Brentford 2–1 Liverpool
That’s the end of an eventful first half at the Gtech Community Stadium.
GOAL! Brentford 2–1 Liverpool | Kerkez 45+5’
In the fifth of the three added minutes, Milos Kerkez pulls one back for Liverpool, reacting quickest to Conor Bradley’s deflected cross and finishing from close range to halve the deficit.
GOAL! Brentford 2–0 Liverpool | Schade 45’
Kevin Schade doubles Brentford’s lead just before the break!
After Ekitike loses possession in midfield, Mikkel Damsgaard plays a perfectly weighted through ball, and Schade coolly slots home his second of the season. Brentford’s pressure finally pays off — and they fully deserve it.
GOAL! Brentford 1–0 Liverpool | Ouattara 5’
The hosts make a dream start!
A long throw from Kayode causes chaos in Liverpool’s area, with Kristoffer Ajer flicking the ball on and Dango Ouattara finishing at the far post.
It’s another set-piece strike conceded by Liverpool — and Kayode’s missile-like throws continue to be a major weapon for Brentford.
Key Moments
40’–45’: Liverpool press forward but fail to find a way through. Curtis Jones tests Kelleher with a curling effort, but it’s comfortably saved. Moments later, Damsgaard forces Mamardashvili into a sharp stop at the other end.
37’: A rare sight — Kayode opts for a short throw-in! Brentford quickly regain possession, but the attack fizzles out.
Half-time summary:
Brentford have been outstanding in the first half — disciplined, direct, and ruthless from set pieces. Kayode’s long throws continue to trouble Liverpool, while Schade and Ouattara have provided the cutting edge.
Liverpool, despite Kerkez’s late goal, have plenty to fix after the break if they hope to turn this around
