A weight off Igor Thiago’s shoulders – Brentford v Chelsea ratings
A weight off Igor Thiago's shoulders – Brentford v Chelsea ratings. Brentford climb to third in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea – here are BBC Sport's player ratings.
What happened
Goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago and substitute Fabio Carvalho secured the three points as Chelsea's winless league run extended to three matches. He eventually delivered with a late strike to seal victory and his celebration looked like a weight then lifted off his shoulders, along with his Brentford shirt. 6Maxence Lacroix: He coped well with Igor Thiago for most of the match, winning the majority of his duels, but he gave the ball away for Brentford's second goal and he missed a clear chance in the dying moments.
Their second was from a counterattack — Chelsea were left empty at the back, Kevin Schade darted away and after his shot was well-saved, and Igor Thiago acrobatically converted the rebound home. Figure caption, Brentford stay unbeaten as they put three past ChelseaByNizaar KinsellaFootball reporter at Brentford Community StadiumPublished18 September 2026Brentford climbed to third in the Premier League with an impressive 3-0 victory over Chelsea. 7Igor Thiago: The Brazil international was on a four-game goalless run before kick-off and worked hard but struggled in front of goal.
20hColin UdohAs San Siro turns 100, AC Milan and Inter prepare to build a new home1dTom HamiltonplayNicol: Chelsea aren't performing any better than last year (1:30)Tom HamiltonSep 18, 2026, 05:45 PM ETClose• Joined ESPN in 2011 • Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours • Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018Follow on XMultiple AuthorsEmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsLONDON — You could forgive Chelsea's new outright owners for casting an envious glance at Brentford on Friday evening.
The wider picture
Brentford's 3-0 victory meant Chelsea's era of full Clearlake Capital control started with a humbling reminder of what a club with a settled identity looks like. All of Brentford's three goals will make ugly viewing for Chelsea. Brentford coach Keith Andrews jumped into his assistants' arms and looked to the sky, as those in red and white chanted how they'd love to play Chelsea every week. "As the Chelsea ownership look to the future, perhaps they should take a leaf out of Brentford's book.
There was an errorBrentford manager Keith Andrews is full of praise after a resounding 3-0 win against West London rivals Chelsea, branding them "brilliaMATCH REPORT: Premier League – Brentford 3-0 ChelseaAvailable to UK users only. There was an errorChelsea manager Xabi Alonso says everything about his side's performance in their loss at Brentford was "disappointing", stressing that they need to improve in every aspect of their game. MATCH REPORT: Premier League – Brentford 3-0 ChelseaAvailable to UK users only.
Skip to main content Analysis Brentford 3-0 Chelsea: Defensive issues for Xabi Alonso laid bare after chastening west London derby defeat Chelsea well beaten 3-0 by Brentford after dismal second half in the west London derby; Xabi Alonso's side continue to fail to keep clean sheets, concede from set-pieces and lack 'competitive mentality' when they fall behind; Chelsea now winless in three league games after a good start Sam Blitz Football Journalist @SamBIitz Saturday 19 September 2026 07:07, UK Image: Chelsea players stand dejected after conceding the third goal against Brentford "You need to feel it.
What has been reported
We're not feeling it," said Xabi Alonso after Chelsea's 3-0 loss at Brentford. Latest Sky Sports deals or stream PL games with no contract📺 Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Highlights from the Premier League match between Brentford and Chelsea. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Jaidon Anthony heads Brentford in front against Chelsea. " Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Watch as Kevin Schade pushes Chelsea's Valentin Barco during Brentford's 3-0 win over Chelsea.
Brentford stay unbeaten as they put three past ChelseaThis content is not available in your location. There was an errorBrentford maintain their unbeaten start in the Premier League as they score three second-half goals to beat Chelsea 3-0 at the Gtech Community Stadium. Skip to main content Brentford 3-0 Chelsea | Premier League highlights Friday 18 September 2026 22:53, UK Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Highlights from the Premier League match between Brentford and Chelsea.
Published21 AugustBrentfordCaoimhin Kelleher: An accomplished display, although he was never required to make any outstanding saves.
What happens next
6Yehor Yarmoliuk: On his 100th appearance, he threatened with a powerful long-range effort in the 37th minute and created Brentford's best chance shortly after half-time. 7Subs not used: Ballcombe, Henry, Wilson, FrederickChelsea Emiliano Martinez: The Argentine did not face any clear chances or difficult set-pieces in the first half. There was little he could do about Brentford's opener. 6Wesley Fofana: The Frenchman was a physical presence at the back and dealt well enough with Brentford's long balls but was taken off for Josh Acheampong in the 72nd minute.
He was lively throughout, linking up well in attack and stretching Brentford with his pace. 7Cole Palmer: Undoubtedly Chelsea's best player on the night, with much of their attacking play going through him. 7Danny Welbeck: On his first Premier League start for Chelsea, the 35-year-old created a chance for Neto but did not do enough to compensate for the absence of injured striker Joao Pedro.
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