Brentford's 3-0 victory over Chelsea has propelled the hosts to third in the Premier League with nine points from five games. They remain unbeaten after two wins and three draws, showcasing their strongest Friday form in league history. Chelsea sit seventh with seven points after their second loss, having now conceded more goals than any side this season.
Brentford secured the win through goals from Anthony, Igor Thiago and Carvalho. The result exposed Chelsea's ongoing issues, with the visitors unable to match the hosts' intensity or organization throughout the contest.
Brentford arrived in strong recent form via a win, two draws and another win. This result continued their solid run, extending an unbeaten sequence that has kept them near the top. Chelsea entered with inconsistent results across their last five but saw their form reversed sharply by the heavy defeat.
Xabi Alonso stressed the need to regain consistency and competitive mentality, adding that small details and tactical work must improve. The manager noted no excuses for absences while highlighting the requirement for better overall performance from the group.