Brentford impress in Chelsea win and track Porto talent
After Brentford's 3-0 win, John Terry urged Chelsea to ditch zonal marking after set-piece problems, while Sam Matterface blamed Wesley Fofana for failing to track Jaidon Anthony.
Brentford are praised for a 'breathtaking' 3-0 dismantling of Chelsea, with Keith Andrews' side efficient despite absentees and having now beaten 25 of the 26 teams they have faced at home since their promotion in 2022.
Brentford's 3-0 win deepened scrutiny on Chelsea, but the piece argues Arsenal's 3-0 defeat at Brighton and Tottenham's loss to Aston Villa softened the blow for Chelsea fans.
Brentford scouts were again at Porto, watching the 3-1 win over Benfica. Gabri Veiga, Victor Froholdt, Pepê and Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni were among those who caught the eye.
