Chelsea continued their Premier League campaign with a hard-earned 2-1 victory over Brentford at Stamford Bridge. In a match dominated by Chelsea possession but filled with tense moments, the Blues managed to secure all three points thanks to goals from Marc Cucurella and Nicolas Jackson, Softfootball reports.
The game’s breakthrough came in the 43rd minute when Cucurella struck to give Chelsea the lead, capitalizing on sustained pressure from the home side. Brentford showed resilience and kept the match competitive, with Bryan Mbeumo finding the net in stoppage time, only for Chelsea to hold on. Nicolas Jackson extended Chelsea’s advantage in the 80th minute with a clinical finish that proved decisive.
Chelsea dominated in statistics, registering 24 shots with 8 on target compared to Brentford’s 9 shots and 4 on target. The Blues held 63% possession and completed 473 passes with 91% accuracy, reflecting their control and organization throughout the match. Brentford, however, were dangerous on the counterattack and tested Chelsea’s defense at multiple points, keeping fans on edge until the final whistle.
Manager Enzo Maresca praised his side’s composure in front of goal and their ability to maintain focus under pressure. Chelsea now look to build on this victory as they continue their league campaign, while Brentford will aim to bounce back in upcoming fixtures.
Chelsea’s next Premier League outing promises another challenging contest, but this result reinforces their capacity to grind out wins even in tightly contested matches.
