Igor Thiago ends drought as Brentford beat Chelsea 3-0 and move third

Brentford climbed to third in the Premier League with a 3-0 victory over Chelsea, a result that extended Chelsea's winless league run to three matches. Jaidon Anthony opened the scoring, Igor Thiago ended a four-game goalless run with a late strike, and substitute Fabio Carvalho added a late third.

WHAT HAPPENED
- Brentford took control through an early goal created from a Mikkel Damsgaard corner which led to the opener. Jaidon Anthony, after a quiet first half and an early second-half miss, finished the chance that put Brentford ahead.
- Igor Thiago, described as having struggled in front of goal during a four-game goalless spell, worked hard throughout and finally found the net late on. His celebration suggested relief.
- Fabio Carvalho, introduced on 87 minutes, scored shortly after coming on to seal the win.

PLAYERS TO NOTE
- Jannik Schuster played well in his own box and provided the assist for the winner.
- Mikkel Damsgaard delivered the whipped corner that led to Brentford's opening goal.
- Maxence Lacroix, who coped with much of the match but won the majority of duels, gave the ball away for Brentford's second goal and also missed a late chance.
- Cole Palmer was described as Chelsea's best player on the night, heavily involved in their attacking play, though he was unable to produce a decisive moment.
- Goalkeepers at both ends were seldom seriously tested; Brentford's keeper did not face any outstanding saves and Chelsea's keeper had little he could do about the opener.

WHY IT MATTERS
The win lifts Brentford into the top three of the Premier League table, while Chelsea remain without a league victory in their last three matches.

KEY FACTS
- Final score: Brentford 3-0 Chelsea
- Goals: Jaidon Anthony; Igor Thiago; Fabio Carvalho (sub on 87)