Report: Brentford 1-3 Arsenal

Gabriel Martinelli vs brentford 2We came from behind to secure an impressive New Year’s Day victory away to Brentford.

Bryan Mbeumo fired the hosts into an early lead with their first shot on target, but two poachers’ finishes either side of the interval put us ahead. First Gabriel Jesus headed in after Thomas Partey’s shot was saved, then Mikel Merino was in the right place to prod home from a corner.

Gabriel Martinelli with a pure strike made it 3-1, and ensured we started 2025 how we spent much of 2024 – by recording a comfortable away day win.

Bees’ early sting

It was the hosts, so strong at home so far this season, who struck first. Having barely been in our half in the opening 10 minutes,…