Brentford 4-3 Ipswich: Bryan Mbeumo scores in stoppage-time as Bees win seven-goal thriller
Bryan Mbeumo netted a dramatic late goal as Brentford rallied to beat struggling Ipswich 4-3 in an exciting match that featured seven goals at the Gtech Community Stadium.
In a thrilling conclusion, Ipswich seemed poised to secure a draw after a last-minute equalizer from Liam Delap, even though they were down to just ten men.
However, Mbeumo scored the decisive goal in the 96th minute.
Brentford: Flekken (6), Van den Berg (5), Collins (6), Pinnock (6), Roerslev (6), Norgaard (7), Janelt (7), Damsgaard (6), Mbuemo (8), Wissa (8), Lewis-Potter (8) Brentford Player Ratings: Flekken scored a 6, while Van den Berg received a 5. Collins, Pinnock, and Roerslev each earned a score of 6. Norgaard and Janelt were rated 7. Damsgaard got a 6, and both Mbuemo and Wissa were impressive with ratings of 8. Lewis-Potter also received an 8.
Substitutes: Jensen (6), Schade (6), Carvalho (not applicable)
Ipswich: Muric (6); Clarke (3), O'Shea (5), Burgess (5), Davis (7); Cajuste (6), Phillips (7); Ogbene (6), Chaplin (7), Szmodics (7); Hirst (7). Here’s a breakdown of the player ratings for Ipswich: Muric received a score of 6; Clarke was rated at 3, while O'Shea and Burgess both earned a 5. Davis stood out with a score of 7. In the midfield, Cajuste was given a 6 and Phillips received a 7. The forwards included Ogbene with a score of 6, and both Chaplin and Szmodics each received a 7, as did Hirst.
Substitutes: Townsend (not applicable), Woolfenden (4), J Clarke (6), Delap (7), Broadhead, Burns (6).
Star of the Game: Bryan Mbeumo
Kieran McKenna's team was hoping to secure their first Premier League victory in more than twenty years as Sammie Szmodics and George Hirst scored two quick goals for them just over thirty minutes into the match.
Chiedozie Ogbene had to be carried off the field in the 35th minute, and Kieran McKenna later mentioned in his press conference that they suspect he may have torn his Achilles.
Thomas Frank's team was determined to keep their home record unblemished, and Yoane Wissa ignited a rapid scoring spree for the Bees by finding the net in the 44th minute.
Just two minutes later, an enthusiastic Wissa played a key role in Brentford's second goal. He made a sharp attempt that slipped past Ipswich's goalkeeper, Arijanet Muric, and Harry Clarke accidentally knocked the ball into his own net while trying to clear it away.
Clarke's day took a turn for the worse after the break when he fouled Keane Lewis-Potter in the penalty area, leading to a penalty kick. Mbeumo successfully scored from the spot in the 51st minute, completing the Bees' turnaround.
Lewis-Potter put pressure on the full-back again, which led Clarke to commit another late foul, this time just outside the penalty area. As a result, the defender received his second yellow card, leading to his dismissal from the match.
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The guests believed they had secured a draw when Delap headed in a cross from Leif Davis, leveling the score with just four minutes left. However, Mbeumo stepped up for the home team with a curling cross that bewildered Muric and ended up in the back of the net.
The excitement continued in the closing moments when Delap struck the post in the 98th minute, leaving Ipswich with their third consecutive league loss.
As a result, Brentford advances to ninth place in the Premier League, while Ipswich sits in 17th. However, Ipswich might drop into the relegation zone if Crystal Palace secures a victory against Tottenham on Sunday.
Here's a look at how the exciting seven-goal match played out in west London...
Frank: We're All About Entertainment!
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Brentford manager Thomas Frank said, "It was quite something, wasn't it? I've heard we're in the business of entertainment, so I figured we should provide a little thrill for the fans. It's definitely nicer to celebrate a win than to be in Kieran's position. I really sympathize with him because I know he's putting in as much effort as I am, if not more."
"In their inaugural season in the Premier League, I believe they performed admirably. The way he organized the team in the first 40 minutes was impressive. I felt they outplayed us and rightfully led by 2-0."
On the other hand, while we always strive for good performance, I felt that we didn’t play well today. Honestly, I believe it was one of our poorest 40 minutes in the Premier League. That said, the team's mentality and character were impressive, and we made a remarkable comeback in many aspects.
McKenna: Heartbroken Over Devastating Loss
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Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna expressed his thoughts on the match, saying, "It was an outstanding game. I'm filled with pride for both the individual efforts and the team as a whole. The skill and determination we demonstrated during a difficult week really contributed to the many positive aspects of our performance."
"We scored three goals on the road and had opportunities to add a few more. However, it's incredibly disappointing to concede a late goal, leaving us with no points despite our hard work."
"We always aim to focus on the bright side, and I believe we demonstrated that we're moving in the right direction today. Honestly, we're back on a path that works for us. Our true identity as a team came through, both in terms of mindset and strategy."
Even though we didn't earn any points from this, I believe it was a positive move forward. If we can maintain that level of performance regularly, we'll be competitive in most of our matches and will have opportunities to score points.
Lewis-Potter Ignites Brentford's Comeback
Wissa and Mbeumo will be the focus of attention after their impressive display in Brentford’s thrilling 4-3 win over Ipswich, but it was Keane Lewis-Potter who played a key role in orchestrating the team's success.
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The forward played a key role in all of his team's positive actions, including earning a penalty and drawing a second yellow card from Harry Clarke, who had struggled to handle him throughout the match.
After the match, Brentford manager Thomas Frank stated in his press conference that the 23-year-old player delivered his finest performance yet for the team, showcasing an impressive display.
"He was the catalyst for our turnaround," Frank mentioned. "He earned the penalty and the red card, always pushing ahead and challenging the defenders. I’m really happy with how he played."
Lewis-Potter was playing his seventh match of the season, and his impact on the Brentford team is increasing. It appears that it’s just a question of time before his hard work gets the recognition it deserves in terms of statistics.
