Andrews praises Brentford’s unpredictable flair against West London rivals

Brentford manager Keith Andrews could not hide his delight after his side produced a resounding 3-0 victory over West London rivals Chelsea, describing the performance as "brilliant" and highlighting the team’s unpredictable nature.

First‑half foundations

Andrews explained that Chelsea set up respectfully and struggled to find space, particularly when Igor Thiago tried to operate in the early stages. He noted that Brentford’s disciplined shape forced the visitors into uncomfortable positions, laying the groundwork for the opening goal from a set piece.

Second‑half surge

According to defender Jannik Schuster, the second half saw Brentford adopt a more direct approach, which led to the decisive second goal. Schuster added that he was content simply to help the team keep a clean sheet and secure three points, while also hoping for more minutes in future matches.

Key moments and statistics

Fabio Carvalho, returning from injury, scored the third goal, a moment Andrews described as "special" for the player who had shown professionalism during his recovery. The manager also highlighted Brentford’s impressive record on Fridays – seven Premier League games played, six wins and only one goal conceded, giving a points‑per‑game average of 2.71, the best for any side with three or more Friday fixtures.

Andrews reflected on the season’s start, calling it a "good start" and emphasising the need to dig deep and display varied traits in the opening weeks. He praised the squad’s versatility, stating that the team can create chances in possession and pose a serious counter‑attacking threat when defending deep.

In a broader context, Brentford have now won three of their last four London derbies in the Premier League, matching the total they achieved in the previous 21 encounters.

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