Arsenal controlled possession and dictated the tempo early on, with Declan Rice actively involved in the build-up play. However, Brentford’s well-structured defense kept them at bay, preventing any real breakthroughs in the first half. Despite their control, Arsenal struggled to convert their chances, leaving the door open for Brentford to pose a threat. The visitors defended resolutely, frustrating the Gunners as the first half ended goalless.
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Thomas Partey breaks the deadlock, but Yoane Wissa strikes back
Arsenal’s persistence paid off on the hour mark when Thomas Partey capitalized on a well-placed pass from Declan Rice to fire a precise shot past Mark Flekken (1-0, 60′). The Emirates roared, sensing a crucial victory. However, Brentford refused to back down. Just minutes later, Yoane Wissa found space inside the box and clinically finished to bring the visitors level (1-1, 69′), netting his 15th goal of the season.
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Arsenal loses momentum, Liverpool pulls away
Despite Arsenal’s late push for a winner, Brentford’s defense held firm, securing a hard-fought point at the Emirates. The Gunners now sit ten points adrift of Liverpool, their chances of mounting a title challenge slipping away. Mikel Arteta’s side will need to find consistency quickly if they want to keep pressure on the leaders, while Brentford walks away with a well-earned result that further solidifies their resilience in the league. A frustrating evening for Arsenal, but Brentford showed their tenacity once again.
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