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·2 March 2024

Player Ratings: Disasi’s Header Saves Chelsea

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Brentford and Chelsea Share Spoils in Premier League Thriller

In a match that epitomised the unpredictability and sheer excitement of the Premier League, Brentford and Chelsea ended up locking horns in a 2-2 draw that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. A late header from Chelsea’s Axel Disasi salvaged a point for the Blues, underlining the competitive nature of England’s top flight.

First Half: Chelsea’s Dominance Unravelled

Chelsea seemed to have the upper hand in the initial exchanges, with Nicolas Jackson’s pinpoint header giving them a deserved lead. The Senegalese striker met Malo Gusto’s cross with precision, sending the ball sailing into the bottom corner, a testament to Chelsea’s early control. Despite possessing over three-quarters of the game’s possession in the early stages, Chelsea’s final touch seemed lacking, bar the moment of brilliance that saw them take the lead.


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Brentford’s Comeback

After the interval, Brentford appeared rejuvenated, flipping the script with an equaliser courtesy of Mads Roerslev, who was perfectly positioned to tap in after a deflection fell kindly to him. The Bees continued to press, with Yoane Wissa delivering the standout moment – a breathtaking overhead kick that found the back of the net, putting Brentford in the driver’s seat.

A Late Twist in the Tale

Just when it seemed Chelsea might succumb to another defeat, Disasi rose highest to thunder home a header from Cole Palmer’s cross, ensuring the spoils were shared. The late equaliser set up a tense finale, but neither side could carve out the decisive goal, culminating in a draw that felt just about right given the ebb and flow of the match.

Player Ratings: Brentford vs. Chelsea

Brentford

  • Mark Flekken (GK): 5.5/10
  • Mathias Jorgensen (CB): 5/10
  • Kristoffer Ajer (CB): 4.5/10
  • Nathan Collins (CB): 4/10
  • Mads Roerslev (RM): 7.5/10
  • Frank Onyeka (CM): 6/10
  • Christian Norgaard (CM): 7.5/10
  • Vitaly Janelt (CM): 6/10
  • Sergio Reguilon (LM): 7.5/10
  • Ivan Toney (ST): 6/10
  • Yoane Wissa (ST): 7.5/10
  • Substitutes: Mathias Jensen – 6.5/10, Neal Maupay & Yehor Yarmoliuk – N/A
  • Manager: Thomas Frank – 7/10 – Inspired halftime adjustments.

Chelsea

  • Djordje Petrovic (GK): 6.5/10
  • Axel Disasi (CB): 6.5/10
  • Trevoh Chalobah (CB): 5/10
  • Levi Colwill (CB): 5.5/10
  • Malo Gusto (RM): 6.5/10
  • Moises Caicedo (CM): 6.5/10
  • Enzo Fernandez (CM): 6/10
  • Conor Gallagher (CM): 5.5/10
  • Ben Chilwell (LM): 4.5/10
  • Cole Palmer (ST): 7.5/10
  • Nicolas Jackson (ST): 7/10
  • Substitutes: Mykhailo Mudryk – 5/10, Raheem Sterling – 6/10
  • Manager: Mauricio Pochettino – 4/10
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