Brentford secured a commanding victory over Sunderland, with Igor Thiago scoring twice at west London. The match will be remembered for Enzo Le Fée's failed Panenka penalty, which was easily caught by Caoimhín Kelleher before Thiago's second goal put the game beyond reach.
Thiago's double took his Premier League tally to 16, making it the most prolific season by a Brazilian in the competition's history. His head coach, Keith Andrews, described him as a complete centre-forward, adding that he would not swap him for anyone.
The opening goal came after Vitaly Janelt won the ball from Nordi Mukiele, allowing Thiago to round goalkeeper Robin Roefs. Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris made two quick changes after the restart, and his side began creating chances before the penalty award.
The penalty was given after Kristoffer Ajer fouled Brian Brobbey, but Le Fée's delicate Panenka attempt backfired as Kelleher stayed put to make a simple catch. Minutes later, Kevin Schade hit the bar and Thiago swept in the rebound for his second. Roefs saved to deny him a hat-trick, and the striker departed late on with an ankle injury.
Yehor Yarmoliuk scored his first Brentford goal from a corner to complete the scoring. Andrews praised the club's collective effort, while Le Bris said mistakes happen when taking risks.
