Premier League Gameweek 4
Bournemouth 2 - 2 FT Brentford
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Kevin Schade (Yehor Yarmoliuk) 34'
38' Justin Kluivert
Igor Thiago 45'+3
45'+4 Marcus Tavernier
HT
52' Marcus Tavernier (Francisco Evanilson)
Kevin Schade 56'
↓ Yehor Yarmoliuk ↑Mikkel Damsgaard 60'
↓ Jaidon Anthony ↑Dango Ouattara 60'
↓ Keane Lewis-Potter ↑El Hadji Malick Diouf 60'
63' James Hill
66' ↓ Justin Kluivert ↑Ryan Christie
↓ Aaron Hickey ↑Michael Kayode 71'
82' ↓ Tyler Adams ↑Lewis Cook
82' ↓ Rayan Vitor Simplício Rocha ↑Ben Gannon-Doak
83' ↓ Marcus Tavernier ↑David Brooks
85' Lewis Cook
87' Adam Smith
89' David Brooks
90'+1 ↓ Francisco Evanilson ↑Álvaro Rodríguez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Bournemouth
Goalkeepers
Đorđe Petrović 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Adam Smith 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
James Hill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
António Silva 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Adrien Truffert 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
7
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Alex Scott 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
47%
Pass Acc
Tyler Adams
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Rayan 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Justin Kluivert 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.7
Rating
Marcus Tavernier
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Evanilson
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
12%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Michele Di Gregorio
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Bafodé Diakité
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julio Soler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Brooks
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Tóth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Christie
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Lewis Cook
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ben Doak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brentford
Goalkeepers
Caoimhín Kelleher 
OCTOPUS
8
Saves
8
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Aaron Hickey
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
Kristoffer Ajer
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Jannik Schuster
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keane Lewis-Potter 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Mamadou Sangaré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yehor Yarmolyuk 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.1
Rating
Vitaly Janelt
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
Jaidon Anthony
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Igor Thiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin Schade 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
7.8
Rating
BENCH
Hakon Rafn Valdimarsson
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Michael Kayode
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
El Hadji Malick Diouf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rico Henry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fabio Carvalho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mikkel Damsgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gustavo Nunes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Callum Wilson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dango Ouattara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | Bournemouth | 0 - 0 | Brentford | Premier League | Vitality Stadium |
| 12/27/2025 | Brentford | 4 - 1 | Bournemouth | Premier League | Brentford Community Stadium |
| 08/26/2025 | Bournemouth | 0 - 2 | Brentford | League Cup | Vitality Stadium |
| 03/15/2025 | Bournemouth | 1 - 2 | Brentford | Premier League | Vitality Stadium |
| 11/09/2024 | Brentford | 3 - 2 | Bournemouth | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 05/11/2024 | Bournemouth | 1 - 2 | Brentford | Premier League | Vitality Stadium |
| 09/02/2023 | Brentford | 2 - 2 | Bournemouth | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 01/14/2023 | Brentford | 2 - 0 | Bournemouth | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 10/01/2022 | Bournemouth | 0 - 0 | Brentford | Premier League | Vitality Stadium |
| 05/22/2021 | Brentford | 3 - 1 | Bournemouth | Championship | Brentford Community Stadium |
03/03/2026
12/27/2025
08/26/2025
03/15/2025
11/09/2024
05/11/2024
09/02/2023
01/14/2023
10/01/2022
05/22/2021
Bournemouth Win
Brentford Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +8
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +8
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +11
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -9
P: 5 GD: -3
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Bournemouth
Brentford
Bournemouth
Brentford
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Schade's Brace Rescues Brentford in Vitality Thriller
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 73/100. Our verdict is a breathless encounter that proved possession and shot volume mean little when you face a side with ruthless efficiency.
Early Blows
The afternoon sun at Vitality Stadium set the stage for an absolute thriller, where the early exchanges proved just how much offensive firepower was on display. Bournemouth started on the front foot, edging possession and immediately showcasing an Intensity that forced the visitors into a deep defensive block. Against the run of play, however, it was Brentford who struck first. A swift counter-attack saw Yehor Yarmoliuk slide a perfect pass to Kevin Schade, who ruthlessly buried the opener. The hosts refused to let the setback derail their momentum. Within four minutes, Bournemouth struck back with a devastating move of their own, as Justin Kluivert fired home to level the score. The sheer volume of early chances quickly turned the pitch into a shooting gallery.
A Clinical Exchange
As the second half commenced, the Balance of power shifted entirely in favour of the hosts. The Cherries persistently peppered the Bees' goal, pinning them back and finally reaping the rewards of their attacking intent. A brilliant sequence of play saw Francisco Evanilson carve open the defence, unselfishly setting up Marcus Tavernier to rifle home a deserved 2-1 lead. With 20 total shots and an expected goals tally well over two, Bournemouth seemed poised to cruise towards victory. Yet, the visitors had a completely different script in mind. Despite producing a mere two shots on target all afternoon, they made both of them count. In a masterclass of smash-and-grab football, Schade capitalised on a rare lapse at the back, completing his brilliant brace just four minutes after Tavernier's strike to restore parity.
Shared Spoils, Differing Moods
The final whistle brought an end to an exhausting 2-2 draw that leaves entirely contrasting emotions in both dressing rooms. For the hosts, dropping points will feel like a bitter pill to swallow. They forced eight massive saves out of the visiting goalkeeper and dominated every underlying metric, yet still walk away searching for their first Premier League win of the campaign. Conversely, Brentford will view this as a magnificent point stolen on the road. Enduring relentless pressure and surviving such a heavy barrage of shots showcases immense defensive grit. This gritty result maintains their strong early-season form, keeping them hovering comfortably near the European qualification spots. With the Stakes already climbing as the table begins to take shape, this fixture highlighted the brutal reality of top-flight football: possession means nothing without ruthless efficiency.
Key Questions
Who scored in the Bournemouth vs Brentford match?
Kevin Schade scored twice for Brentford, while Justin Kluivert and Marcus Tavernier found the net for Bournemouth.
How did Bournemouth perform statistically?
Bournemouth dominated with 20 shots and 56% possession, but Brentford's clinical efficiency secured a 2-2 draw.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Early Season Jitters Meet Surging Confidence
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. With both sides completely inseparable on paper, this clash is a fascinating early-season litmus test for Brentford's momentum and Bournemouth's resilience.
The Setup
The Premier League campaign is still in its infancy as we head to the Vitality Stadium, but patterns are already emerging. Bournemouth sit down in 14th place, desperately searching for their first win after navigating a frustrating draw and a loss. Conversely, Brentford have flown out of the blocks, grabbing four points to nestle comfortably in 6th place. While the visitors clearly boast a much stronger Form rating right now, our analysis shows an absolute dead heat in tactical matchups. An incredible Balance score points to a game where neither side will give an inch. Because we are only in the early weeks of the season, the overall Stakes remain appropriately modest, meaning the pressure cooker hasn't quite reached boiling point just yet.
Key Battle
For the hosts to secure their first three points, Đorđe Petrović must deliver a commanding performance between the sticks. He faces a direct, constant threat from V. Janelt, the engine room dynamo whose recent output drastically elevates Brentford's Stars rating. If Petrović can shut down those late, driving runs from midfield, Bournemouth stand a genuine fighting chance to control the tempo.
Our Prediction
Expect a gritty, midfield-heavy affair where both teams ultimately cancel each other out. We see a hard-fought 1-1 draw unfolding, with neither side willing to overcommit and risk a damaging early-season defeat.