
Brentford defeated Chelsea 3-0 in the Premier League at Gtech Community Stadium on Friday, climbing to third in the table with an unbeaten start to the season.
Goals from Jaidon Anthony in the 61st minute, Igor Thiago in the 83rd, and substitute Fabio Carvalho in stoppage time secured the victory. Chelsea’s winless league run extended to three matches, with manager Xabi Alonso calling the performance “disappointing” and stressing the need for improvement in every aspect of their game .
Brentford’s Jannik Schuster provided the assist for Anthony’s opener, while Carvalho’s late strike capped a dominant second-half display. Head coach Keith Andrews praised his side as “brilliant” and highlighted their discipline, noting Carvalho’s return from injury as a key moment .
Chelsea defender Levi Colwill acknowledged defensive lapses, particularly on set pieces, and said the team would use the international break to address weaknesses .
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