Premier League Regular Season - 15
Tottenham 2 - 0 FT Brentford
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
25' Richarlison (X. Simons)
M. Kayode 28'
31' C. Romero
43' X. Simons
K. Ajer 45'
HT
↓ K. Ajer ↑R. Henry 46'
47' P. Porro
K. Schade 60'
↓ M. Damsgaard ↑M. Jensen 61'
65' ↓ R. Bentancur ↑J. Palhinha
Y. Yarmolyuk 72'
74' ↓ R. Kolo Muani ↑W. Odobert
↓ M. Kayode ↑A. Hickey 76'
↓ Y. Yarmolyuk ↑V. Janelt 76'
77' A. Gray
80' ↓ M. Kudus ↑P. M. Sarr
81' ↓ C. Romero ↑K. Danso
↓ D. Ouattara ↑K. Lewis-Potter 88'
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Tottenham
Goalkeepers
Guglielmo Vicario 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Pedro Porro 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Cristian Romero 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Micky van de Ven 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Djed Spence
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Rodrigo Bentancur 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Archie Gray
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Mohammed Kudus 
DRIBBLER
5
Dribbles
5
Dribbles
7
Attempts
71%
Success %
Xavi Simons 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Randal Kolo Muani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Forwards
Richarlison 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Antonín Kinský 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kevin Danso
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ben Davies
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Palhinha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pape Matar Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Bergvall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilson Odobert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathys Tel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brennan Johnson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brentford
Goalkeepers
Caoimhin Kelleher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Michael Kayode
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Nathan Collins
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
Sepp van den Berg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kristoffer Ajer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
Jordan Henderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yehor Yarmolyuk
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Dango Ouattara 
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
5%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
Mikkel Damsgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Kevin Schade
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
Igor Thiago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Hákon Rafn Valdimarsson
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Rico Henry
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Aaron Hickey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ethan Pinnock
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathias Jensen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vitaly Janelt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Frank Onyeka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Romelle Donovan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Keane Lewis-Potter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2025 | Tottenham | 2 - 0 | Brentford | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 02/02/2025 | Brentford | 0 - 2 | Tottenham | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 21/09/2024 | Tottenham | 3 - 1 | Brentford | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 31/01/2024 | Tottenham | 3 - 2 | Brentford | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 13/08/2023 | Brentford | 2 - 2 | Tottenham | Premier League | Gtech Community Stadium |
| 20/05/2023 | Tottenham | 1 - 3 | Brentford | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
Tottenham Win
Brentford Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 15 GD: +19
P: 15 GD: +19
P: 15 GD: +7
P: 15 GD: +8
P: 15 GD: +10
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 15 GD: 0
P: 15 GD: +7
P: 15 GD: +2
P: 15 GD: -3
P: 15 GD: -3
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 15 GD: -10
P: 15 GD: -11
P: 15 GD: -12
P: 15 GD: -14
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +29
P: 24 GD: +26
P: 24 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +8
P: 24 GD: +15
P: 24 GD: +6
P: 24 GD: +4
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 23 GD: -2
P: 24 GD: -3
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 24 GD: -4
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -19
P: 23 GD: -19
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Simons Conducts Tottenham's Attacking Masterclass Against Outgunned Brentford
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. Tottenham's 2-0 demolition of Brentford exposed the gulf between title contenders and mid-table strugglers—a clinical execution that moves Spurs closer to the European places.
The Siege Begins
From kickoff, Tottenham suffocated Brentford with relentless Intensity. The hosts unleashed 15 shots to the visitors' paltry three—a 5:1 ratio that told the entire story. Xavi Simons orchestrated the mayhem from midfield, threading passes and creating space with the precision of a chess grandmaster. By the 25th minute, his vision unlocked Richarlison, who converted with the ruthlessness Brentford simply couldn't match.
Corner Pressure Seals the Deal
The Balance never shifted. Spurs dominated set pieces with 13 corners, turning the Brentford box into a shooting gallery. When Simons struck his own goal in the 43rd minute—an audacious finish that silenced any lingering doubt—the contest was over. Caoimhin Kelleher made five saves for Brentford, a valiant effort that only underscored the visitors' defensive fragility. Despite 54% possession and 83% pass accuracy, Tottenham didn't need to labour—clinical finishing and midfield control did the work.
A Statement of Intent
Mohammed Kudus provided two key passes, ensuring the attacking Stakes remained high throughout. Brentford's form—one win in five—finally caught up with them. This wasn't a contest; it was a coronation of Tottenham's current attacking prowess. With Simons operating at 9.5 rating and the supporting cast clicking, Spurs have announced their credentials as genuine top-four contenders.
Key Questions
What made Xavi Simons the Man of the Match?
Simons delivered a goal, assist, and orchestrated Tottenham's 15-3 shot dominance with two key passes, controlling midfield with 9.5-rated brilliance.
How did Brentford's defence collapse?
Brentford's 0.22 xG and three total shots exposed their inability to match Tottenham's intensity. Kelleher's five saves proved insufficient.
What does this mean for the title race?
Tottenham's clinical 2-0 win reinforces their European credentials, moving them closer to challenging for Champions League qualification.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Tottenham and Brentford Battle for Breathing Room
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 25/100. Two midtable sides scrapping for position with minimal margin for error.
The Setup
Tottenham sit tenth with 18 points from 13 matches, their Form stuttering through a recent run of mixed results (LLDLW). Brentford occupy eighth on 19 points, just one clear, their own momentum equally fragile (WLWLW). Our Balance analysis reveals this is tighter than expected—neither side commands genuine control. Stakes are minimal; a win moves the victor marginally, but the gap to genuine contention remains vast. What separates these clubs is their attacking edge: both have scored 21 goals this season, but Brentford's goal difference sits at +1 versus Tottenham's +5, suggesting the hosts have managed their defensive shape marginally better.
Key Battle
The midfield duel will determine tempo. Tottenham's ability to control possession clashes with Brentford's counter-press intensity. Whoever dictates transitions—forcing the opponent into rushed decisions rather than structured play—will likely dictate the match's character. Guglielmo Vicario has been exceptional for Tottenham, posting 15 saves across five recent matches with two clean sheets, keeping his side competitive despite midfield instability.
Our Prediction
Tottenham edge this as slight favorites (46.6% win probability), but Brentford's form and resilience make a draw entirely plausible (25.9%). Expect a cautious affair: Tottenham probe down the flanks seeking space, Brentford sit compact and strike on transition. Neither team possesses the attacking firepower to overwhelm the other, so set-pieces and individual moments likely decide it. A 1-1 draw or narrow 1-0 Tottenham victory reflects the genuine competitive balance here.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Better options elsewhere this weekend. While both sides battle for midtable footing, the lack of genuine stakes or attacking brilliance makes this a skip unless you're tracking either club's season. It's functional football, not compelling viewing.
What's the predicted outcome?
Tottenham enter as slight favorites, though Brentford's form makes this competitive. Expect a tight, low-risk encounter where defensive solidity trumps attacking ambition. A 1-1 draw or narrow 1-0 Tottenham win most likely reflects the genuine balance between these sides.
Where are Tottenham and Brentford in the league table?
Tottenham sit tenth with 18 points from 13 matches. Brentford occupy eighth on 19 points, just one point clear. Both occupy the midtable cluster where results fluctuate rapidly and separation remains minimal.
What is Tottenham's current form?
Tottenham's form reads LLDLW—a run of inconsistency with two losses, two draws, and one win across their last five. This instability reflects their struggle to build momentum, making them vulnerable to a well-organized Brentford side.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Igor Thiago (Brentford) is the standout threat, having scored 6 goals across 5 matches with an average rating of 7.4. His efficiency in front of goal makes him Brentford's primary attacking weapon and a constant danger to Tottenham's defense.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.