Luton 1-5 Brentford: Hatters plunged deeper into Premier League relegation scrap after Bees thrashing

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The possibility of Luton being relegated became even greater after a spectacular game against Brentford at Kenilworth Road. Yoane Wissa scored two goals in the first half, and Ethan Pinnock, Keane Lewis-Potter, and Kevin Schade all scored goals as well, leading to an impressive victory of 5-1 for Brentford.

Luton Town vs Brentford - Figure 1 — Photo Sky Sports

The Hatters need to win four games to save their season. They will start with a match against Wolves next weekend. The Bees have moved far ahead of the bottom of the league and they don't need to worry about getting relegated. They are ten points better than Luton, who are in eighteenth place.

Wissa scored a great goal 24 minutes into the game. Bryan Mbeumo, who was playing in place of the injured Ivan Toney, helped him set it up. Wissa hit the ball with a quick, natural shot and it went past Thomas Kaminski.

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The second goal wasn't as forceful, but it was still significant. It happened just before the end of the first half, and Luton's defenders were nowhere to be found, which gave Wissa an easy goal from a short distance away. At first, there was a concern that the goal might have been offside, but after a quick check by VAR, it was proven to be legitimate.

Pinnock scored the third goal for Brentford after Reguilon's corner, while they kept their domination in the second half. Lewis-Potter managed to score by tapping in Mbeumo's cross at the back post. Schade, who came in the second half as a substitute, wrapped up a near-perfect game. Despite a late consolation strike from Berry, it was a great afternoon for Brentford.

Brentford Dominates Luton: A Riotous Win

Before the upcoming match between Everton and Nottingham Forest, who are both struggling in the league, Luton had an opportunity to distance themselves from the relegation zone. This game can be referred to as the "points deduction derby".

They missed out on a golden opportunity in a very dramatic manner.

Brentford, who were also feeling the heat, handed Luton their most significant loss of the season on their home turf. This victory marked the second consecutive triumph for Brentford this year, which helped eliminate any remaining worries of being forced into a relegation fight.

Until the very end, Kenilworth Road was filled with enthusiastic fans despite the score. However, Rob Edwards and his exhausted team seemed disappointed. The chances of survival are becoming more and more difficult.

Luton Town vs Brentford - Figure 2 — Photo Sky Sports

Due to his persisting hip problem, Toney was absent from the action. However, Thomas Frank observed his team's front four play dynamically, causing havoc on the field. Wissa managed to score two impressive goals before half time, boosting his total goals for this season to 10.

Luton football team consisted of Kaminski, Burke, Mengi, Osho, Kabore, Lokonga, Barkley, Doughty, Clark, Chong, and Morris. Each player was given a rating between 5 and 7 based on their performance.

Alternative words: Onyedinma (number five), Berry (number six), Townsend (number six), Hashioka (number five), Mpanzu (not available). Rewritten: The substitutes utilized during the game were Onyedinma at number five, Berry at number six, Townsend at number six, Hashioka at number five, and Mpanzu whose availability was not disclosed.

Brentford's team ratings are as follows: Flekken with a 7, Reguilon with a 7, Pinnock with a 7, Collins with a 6, Ajer with a 7, Jensen with a 7, Janelt with a 6, Damsgaard with a 6, Lewis-Potter with a 6, Wissa with an 8, and Mbeumo with an 8.

Rewritten blog section in simpler English using alternative words: Players used in the match were Norgaard, Schade, Roerslev, Yarmoliuk, and Maupay. Yarmoliuk's playing status was not available.

The standout performer of the game was Yoane Wissa, who was named the player of the match.

After that, Brentford remained a menacing force, with Teden Mengi being the only obstacle to prevent Lewis-Potter's scoring attempt, following a hazardous sprint. Additionally, there was an exquisite curving shot by Mbeumo that collided with the crossbar.

After assessing the situation, Edwards decided to substitute Berry into the game. Despite Berry scoring a late goal, Brentford's ability to attack was merciless.

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Luton Town vs Brentford - Figure 3 — Photo Sky Sports

Soon after, Pinnock scored the third goal with a strong header from Reguilon's pass. Lewis-Potter showed great determination and was finally rewarded when he slipped in at the back post to guide Mbeumo's deflection past the goalkeeper and into the net.

Mbeumo's performance was exceptional and he played a crucial role in Brentford's fifth goal. He made a smart pass to Vitaly Janelt, who then assisted Schade in scoring an effortless tap-in.

Luton received praise at the end of the game, but their chances of success seem to be diminishing every week. The Bees, on the other hand, are undoubtedly secure and settled now.

Frank Wowed By "fantastic" Front Trio

Thomas Frank, the manager of Brentford, expressed his opinion in a recent blog post:

I hold great admiration for Luton, regarding their past and current achievements. We had to perform at our best, with complete concentration, and work hard for the opportunity to make an offensive move.

We did an excellent job of guarding the box as a team and our performance was marvellous. The trio at the front ran towards the opponents, and they were outstanding. What's even more remarkable is that no other team has accomplished what we have done to Luton on their own turf at Kenilworth Road.

It's incredibly remarkable that they have only experienced a defeat with a margin of more than one goal a single time. Given that there is no longer a nagging fear of relegation, the game held a crucial significance. It's imperative that we conclude the season on a positive note. Our objective is to finish undefeated.

Regarding Ivan Toney's health and fitness, Frank stated: "We must ensure he is completely prepared and in optimal condition. While I initially assumed he would be fit for this match, I am confident that he will be in top form for the Everton game."

Edwards Says Sorry To Fans: 'We Needed More Confidence'

The manager of Luton, Rob Edwards:

We experienced some good times, but we did not exhibit enough aggression. Our drive was inadequate. We displayed a shortage of confidence, which is new for this season. We need to quickly recover from that mindset.

I'm not sure why, to be honest. It's difficult to pinpoint at the moment, but losing in that way is really disheartening. I feel like I need to say sorry to our fans for having to witness it.

We need to take action. I am sorry for what happened and admit that it was unacceptable. It's rare for me to say that. As the manager, I take responsibility and acknowledge my mistake in situations like this.

We have suffered a significant defeat. At present, I feel disheartened due to the way we played. It didn't represent us accurately. I need to analyze the match closely. However, we haven't been eliminated yet.

Our team didn't have enough drive and motivation. It's something I need to examine because it's uncommon for us. Typically, we have plenty of energy, especially when we play on our home turf. However, today was different, and I wanted to express my thoughts. I didn't lose my temper or become excessively emotional in the locker room. But I do want everyone to understand that this was just an off day for us and we should move on.

We are not willing to surrender the Premier League without a fight.