Brentford 5-3 Wolves: Bees Run Riot as Wolves’ Defensive Woes Continue

Brentford secured their first Premier League victory since August with a thrilling 5-3 win over Wolves, whose defensive frailties were once again exposed. In a chaotic first half, the hosts took the lead just 75 seconds into the match through Nathan Collins’ header, but Wolves quickly responded with Matheus Cunha slotting home Nelson Semedo’s cutback.

The back-and-forth action continued as Bryan Mbeumo converted a penalty after Mario Lemina’s foul on Collins, only for Jorgen Strand Larsen to equalize for Wolves moments later. However, Christian Norgaard restored Brentford’s lead with a powerful strike, and Ethan Pinnock extended it just before half-time, heading in unmarked from a corner.

Despite some second-half resistance, including a late consolation goal from Rayan Ait-Nouri, Wolves couldn’t recover. Brentford added a fifth when Fabio Carvalho slotted home after Sam Johnstone parried Keane Lewis-Potter’s shot.

Key Moments:

• Collins’ Early Goal: Brentford scored just 75 seconds in, setting the tone for a frenetic first half.
• Gordon’s Penalty Save: Bryan Mbeumo put Brentford back in front after Lemina’s foul on Collins.
• Norgaard’s and Pinnock’s Strikes: Both capitalized on Wolves’ poor defending, giving Brentford control before the break.
• Carvalho’s Late Finish: His first Premier League goal sealed Brentford’s win, despite Ait-Nouri’s late effort for Wolves.

Wolves remain winless and rooted to the bottom of the table, while Brentford leap into the top half with this commanding display.