Late Drama at Gtech as Brentford Snatch Victory
Brentford secured a dramatic 3-1 victory over relegation-threatened Burnley in a Premier League encounter that exploded into life during a breathtaking final ten minutes at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday 29 November 2025. The match was ultimately decided by a late brace from Brazilian striker Igor Thiago, who took his season's tally to an impressive 11 Premier League goals.
Thiago Turns the Tide
After a goalless first half that saw chances for both sides, the game ignited in the closing stages. The deadlock was finally broken in the 81st minute when Dango Ouattara was fouled in the box by Axel Tuanzebe. Referee Sam Barrott pointed to the spot, and after a VAR check, the decision stood. Igor Thiago stepped up and calmly slotted the penalty into the bottom-left corner, sending Martin Dubravka the wrong way.
Burnley's response was swift. Just two minutes later, Michael Kayode fouled Jaidon Anthony in the Brentford area, conceding a penalty of their own. Zian Flemming kept his composure to equalise, finding the bottom-right corner with just five minutes of normal time remaining.
Stunning Finish Seals the Points
Just as the match seemed destined for a draw, Thiago produced a moment of pure quality. In the 86th minute, the ball fell to the striker inside the penalty area, and he executed a brilliant turn before blasting a shot into the top-left corner. To compound Burnley's misery, Dango Ouattara then wrapped up the victory in stoppage time with an excellent finish into the bottom-right corner after being put through on goal.
The result extends Brentford's impressive home record, while Burnley's desperate search for points continues after a fourth consecutive league defeat. The Clarets had appeals for a first-half penalty waved away when Hannibal Mejbri was booked for diving, a decision replays suggested was harsh.
