In a dramatic encounter on Tuesday, Manchester City found themselves in a tense struggle against Brentford, who staged a remarkable comeback to secure a 2-2 draw after City had led 2-0 with less than ten minutes remaining.
It was a frustrating first hour for the defending champions. However, that changed as Phil Foden scored twice in quick succession—first in the 67th minute, assisted by Kevin De Bruyne’s pinpoint cross, and again in the 78th minute when he capitalized on a saved shot from Savinho. These goals appeared to provide City with solid control over the match.
Brentford, however, wasn’t finished. Yoane Wissa reduced the deficit to one goal in the 82nd minute, scoring from close range. The match reached a heart-stopping climax when Christian Norgaard headed in the equalizer during stoppage time, leaving City’s players and fans in disbelief.
With this result, Manchester City remains in sixth place in the Premier League with 35 points, still two points behind fourth-placed Chelsea. City’s away form continues to be a pressing concern, having won only one of their last seven Premier League games on the road. Manager Pep Guardiola cited the absence of key players Rodri, John Stones, and Ruben Dias as critical factors in their inability to hold the lead, particularly since both Brentford goals came from aerial crosses that went unchallenged.
What’s next for the teams? Brentford will face Liverpool on Sunday at 9 AM ET, while Manchester City will host Ipswich Town at 11:30 AM ET in another crucial matchup.
Reflecting on past encounters, City’s previous victory over Brentford this season ended 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium, thanks to a brace from Erling Haaland. With the players struggling to maintain consistency following the injury to Rodri, their upcoming matches will be crucial for them to get back on track.
Despite the setback, both teams can take away positives—Brentford showcased their resilience in fighting back, while City demonstrated their attacking prowess through Foden and De Bruyne. Fans can look forward to more thrilling football as the season progresses.