SOU vs BRE
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SOU vs BRE As It Happened
Key moments so far
- Southampton claim victory over Brentford at St Mary's stadium
- Saints move to 11th in the Premier League table
- Jan Bednarek opens the scoring after just five minutes of play
- HALF TIME: Saints 2-1 Brentford
FULL TIME: Saints 4-1 Brentford
A huge victory for Southampton as three points mean they move to 11th in the Premier League table. After a strong first half from Hasenhüttl's men, Broja and Adams added to the goal tally to claim a comprehensive victory over Brentford. On to Wolves, come on you Saints!
Saints continue to press
Saints aren't slowing down as they continue to search for openings as the game enters its closing stages. Adam Armstrong is released down the centre of the pitch but his touch on the ball is a little too heavy and Fernández clears his line.
Five additional minutes ...
The five minute countdown begins as Saints edge closer to victory at St Mary's.
Plenty of chances for Brentford
The resulting corner sees a whole host of opportunities for the visitors to claw a goal back at St Mary's. Toney finds himself in space and releases a shot goalwards but it's saved by Forster.
Brentford come close
Brentford appear clear and in on goal before a perfectly executed challenge from Ward-Prowse on Wissa pushes the ball behind for a Brentford corner.
Adam Armstrong tries his luck
Just moments after coming on Adam Armstrong tries his luck in front of goal but his strike lacks power and it's an easy save for Fernández.
Southampton substitution: Adam Armstrong replaces Armando Broja
Broja is up on his feet after taking a powerful ball to the head but Hasenhüttl plays it safe and makes his third and final substitution.
Brentford substitution: Finley Stevens replaces Sergi Canós
Frank makes his third and final substitution as Broja receives medical attention.
Broja brilliance ❤️
ADAMS GETS THE FOURTH
Instant. Impact. A wandering high ball from Diallo finds its way to the feet of Adams who makes no mistake in looping it over Fernández and into the back of the net.
GOOOAL!!!
Ché Adams (70’) | 4 – 1
Southampton substitution: Stuart Armstrong replaces Nathan Tella
Hasenhüttl follows suit and makes his second substitution of the evening.
Brentford substitution: Mathias Jensen replaces Ethan Pinnock
A second substitution for the visitors.
Southampton substitution: Ché Adams replaces Nathan Redmond
Hasenhüttl's turn to make his first substitution of the fixture.
Brentford close to a second
The match is experiencing a slight lull after that third Saints goal but Brentford come ever so close to a second. Ajer releases a shot towards goal and in trying to clear it, Lyanco nearly finds the back of his own net before it bounces behind for a corner.
Comfortable save for Fernández
Nice play between Diallo and Romeu as Saints continue to search for goals at St Mary's, Romeu cuts it back to Diallo who tries his luck from an angle but his shot is safely recovered by Fernández.
Brentford substitution: Yoane Wissa replaces Shandon Baptiste
Frank makes his first substitution of the evening.
Saints searching for more
Perraud earns Saints a free-kick on the left flank with Ward-Prowse delivering yet another wonderful ball but the Brentford defence get enough to it to clear.
BROJA EXTENDS SAINTS LEAD
After a dominating couple of minutes of play from the visitors, Saints extend their lead at St Mary's. A fabulous pass from Romeu finds the feet of Broja who dances into the penalty area before releasing a shot towards goal to make it 3-1!
GOOOAL!!!
Armando Broja (48’) | 3 – 1
Back to it 👊
Saints get us back underway for the second half.
HALF TIME: Saints 2-1 Brentford
An electric first half at St Mary's as Southampton lead Brentford 2-1 at the break. Bednarek's header saw Saints take the lead after just five minutes of play before the Bees found an equaliser a little under 20 minutes later. A superb shot from Diallo was deflected off goalkeeper Fernández and into the back of the net as Saints regained their lead. Come on you Saints!
Yellow Card for Ivan Toney (Brentford)
The Brentford man finds himself in the book after a stray arm catches Salisu.
Three additional minutes ...
An energetic first-half at St Mary's edges to a close as the fourth official indicates there will be three minutes of additional time.
Brentford searching for an equaliser
Brentford look to find an equaliser as Toney releases Mbeumo in the area but some smart defending from Lyanco means the ball is seen out for a Saints goal kick.
Fernández denies Perraud
Fernández is forced to make a sublime save as Redmond launches an inch-perfect cross into Perraud who heads goalwards.
DIALLO YOU BEAUTY
Relentless pressing from Saints is finally rewarded as they regain the lead. Diallo's shot bounces off the post and onto Fernández' glove before finding its way into the back of the net! Another one for the dubious goalscorers committee ...
GOOOAL!!!
Ibrahima Diallo (36’) | 2 – 1
Romeu comes close 😱
Some wonderful team play from Saints as they make their way into the area with the ball eventually falling at the feet of Romeu. His looping shot looks promising but it edges just over the crossbar.
Saints remain dominant
A lovely bit of work on the right flank between Redmond and Broja, with the Albanian then launching a tantalising ball into the area but Perraud can't make the connection.
Saints looking to regain the lead
There's a bit of a tussle in the box as Stuart Attwell is forced to intervene before Ward-Prowse launches in another delightful delivery from the corner. It's cleared as far as Perraud but his shot goes wide of the post.
Janelt nearly nets a second
Just moments after scoring the first, Janelt has another shot on target for the visitors, it's a strong clearance from Forster who punches away before Diallo clears for good.
Janelt draws Brentford level
Brentford's first attempt on goal and it finds the back of the net.
GOAL
Vitaly Janelt (22’) | 1 – 1
Brentford struggling to find a rhythm
It's been a difficult start at St Mary's for the visitors, the ball seems to be heading into the path of Toney but Lyanco is there to safely clear for Saints and the threat passes.
A Bednarek beauty 🥰
Tella hits the counter
A clumsy challenge from Lyanco sees the visitors awarded a set piece. It's a long way out as Janelt delivers the ball, but Diallo produces a strong header to see it clear. A slip-up from Brentford means Tella has an opportunity to hit the counter, it's a beautiful bit of work from the youngster but eventually the opportunity escapes him.
Brentford searching for a way in
First sign of life from Brentford as they look to get in the area but Ward-Prowse stands strong to recover the ball for Saints.
Saints continue to apply pressure
Some slick footwork from Broja on the right before he sends a low ball across goal, Perraud tries to get the tap in but the ball's a little too heavy and evades him. A blistering start for Hasenhüttl's men.
BEDNARK HEADS HOME
A beautiful delivery from Ward-Prowse who finds the head of Bednarek at the near post as Saints take an early lead.
GOOOAL!!!
Jan Bednarek (4’) | 1 – 0
Broja finds space
A real positive spell for Saints at the start of the match at St Mary's, with Broja also looking to get in on the action as he finds space down the left flank. A real, attacking flair to Saints this evening.
Redmond eager for opener
An early opportunity for Saints to take the advantage as Redmond searches for space and charges towards the area, he struggles to get the ball under control and while Tella is there to reclaim it, his wandering shot flies well over the crossbar.
Underway at St Mary's!
The visitors get things started.
19.30this season it's been a much better performance at home. we are stronger here and want to keep that going. we need every points and to get something against every team is tough for us, but we are prepared for it."
ralph hasenhüttlON TONIGHT'S MATCH
2022 at St Mary's ❤️
It's great to have you home, Saints fans!
19.16It's HOME time 🏠
40 minutes until kick off ...
19.05BRENTFORD TEAM CONFIRMED
Starting XI: Fernández, Ajer, Jansson (c), Pinnock, Roerslev, Janelt, Norgaard, Baptiste, Canós, Mbeumo, Toney.
Subs: Lössi, Thompson, Jensen, Forss, Wissa, Ghoddos, Bidstrup, Bech, Stevens.
18.50SAINTS TEAM CONFIRMED 😇
Starting XI: Forster, Lyanco, Bednarek, Salisu, Ward-Prowse, Romeu, Diallo, Perraud, Redmond, Broja, Tella.
Subs: Caballero, Simeu, Stephens, Small, Chauke, S. Armstrong, Long, Adams, A. Armstrong.
18.45
STAT ATTACK 🔢
The captain is looking to score in four consecutive Premier League games for the first time in his career. His opener for Southampton against Spurs last time out ended a run of 11 consecutive goals in the competition from either a penalty or direct free-kick situation.
18.0317.30THEY'VE GOT SOME GOOD RESULTS, IT'S GOING TO BE AN UNBELIEVABLY TOUGH GAME."
thomas frankon southampton challenge
17.00We had a very tough game but that’s how it is. We are known for our intensity and tomorrow we will be ready to go again."
ralph hasenhüttlahead of brentford clash
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16.46
WELCOME HOME 😇
For the first time in 2022, Ralph Hasenhüttl's men are in Premier League action at St Mary's. This rescheduled fixture comes less than a month after its postponement and is a huge opportunity for both sides to climb the table. Saints' last outing in the league saw them hold Spurs to a 1-1 draw, with Brentford yet to lose in 2022. Midweek matchdays are back. Come on you Saints!
15.57SOU vs BRE Line Ups
Southampton
| 44 |
Fraser Forster (GK)
|
|---|---|
| 22 |
Mohammed Salisu
|
| 4 |
Lyanco
|
| 35 |
Jan Bednarek
|
| 15 |
Romain Perraud
|
| 23 |
Nathan Tella
Stuart Armstrong (70′)
|
| 8 |
James Ward-Prowse (C)
|
| 27 |
Ibrahima Diallo
|
| 6 |
Oriol Romeu
|
| 11 |
Nathan Redmond
Che Adams (65′)
|
| 18 |
Armando Broja
Adam Armstrong (78′)
|
Substitutes
| 10 |
Che Adams |
|---|---|
| 38 |
Dynel Simeu |
| 17 |
Stuart Armstrong |
| 48 |
Kgaogelo Chauke |
| 13 |
Willy Caballero |
| 9 |
Adam Armstrong |
| 7 |
Shane Long |
| 5 |
Jack Stephens |
| 16 |
Thierry Small |
Brentford
| 40 |
Álvaro Fernández (GK)
|
|---|---|
| 20 |
Kristoffer Ajer
|
| 18 |
Pontus Jansson (C)
|
| 5 |
Ethan Pinnock
Mathias Jensen (68′)
|
| 6 |
Christian Nørgaard
|
| 26 |
Shandon Baptiste
Yoane Wissa (56′)
|
| 27 |
Vitaly Janelt
|
| 30 |
Mads Roerslev
|
| 7 |
Sergi Canós
Finley Stevens (76′)
|
| 19 |
Bryan Mbeumo
|
| 17 |
Ivan Toney
|
Substitutes
| 2 |
Dominic Thompson |
|---|---|
| 49 |
Jonas Lössl |
| 11 |
Yoane Wissa |
| 9 |
Marcus Forss |
| 8 |
Mathias Jensen |
| 36 |
Finley Stevens |
| 14 |
Saman Ghoddos |
| 28 |
Mads Bidstrup |
| 29 |
Mads Bech Sørensen |
SOU vs BRE Match Stats
Head to Head Stats
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Possession (%)4951
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Shots125
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Shots on target64
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Corners52
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Passes Complete304313
