On March 15, 2025, Brentford came from behind to defeat Bournemouth 2-1 at the Vitality Stadium. Bournemouth initially led through an own goal by Brentford’s Vitaly Janelt, but Brentford equalized with a Yoane Wissa header from a corner. The decisive goal came when Christian Nørgaard scored from a long throw-in. This victory marked Brentford’s fifth consecutive away win, moving them to 11th place in the Premier League, while Bournemouth’s aspirations for European qualification suffered a setback as they remained ninth.
The game began with Bournemouth taking the lead in the 18th minute when Brentford’s Vitaly Janelt inadvertently deflected Milos Kerkez’s cross into his own net.
Brentford responded in the 30th minute, equalizing through Yoane Wissa’s header from a corner. The decisive moment came in the 71st minute when Christian Nørgaard capitalized on a long throw-in, finding the back of the net to secure the win for Brentford.
This victory marked Brentford’s fifth consecutive away win in the Premier League, moving them up to 11th place in the standings. Conversely, Bournemouth’s aspirations for European competition suffered a setback, as they remained ninth after securing only one point from their last four matches.
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola expressed frustration over his team’s inefficiency despite creating good chances, while Brentford’s manager Thomas Frank praised his team’s performance, acknowledging the evenly matched nature of the game.
Brentford’s comeback victory over Bournemouth impacts Premier League standings
