Brentford vs Tottenham 0:0 – Match Reports, Summary and Highlight
Brentford vs Tottenham was one of the most anticipated matches in the Premier League on match day 34 and it didn’t fail to deliver. Brentford vs Tottenham 0:0 – Match Reports, Summary and Highlight.
With the battle for top four still on, Tottenham failed to move clear of their London rival, Arsenal, as their match against Brentford ended 0-0. Brentford have shown all through the season that they can’t be bullied on their home ground and Tottenham Hotspur were the latest top-six side to face their wrath.
Antonio Conte’s side were matched by Brentford’s side that had former Spurs player, Christain Ericksen, who proved why he’s regarded as one of the best in the game. Everton vs Leicester – Match Report and Summary.
Tottenham Hotspur were given a huge task ahead of kick-off with their top-four rival, Arsenal, moving past them on the league. Arsenal’s 3-1 home win over Manchester United mean Tottenham Hotspur have to bounce back from their loss against Brighton and Hove last time out.
From his experience in the league, Antonio Conte understands that there’s no easy match and with Brentford yet to lose a game in three matches, they are a hard side to beat. As expected, Conte named a familiar first eleven with his January signings Bentancur and Kulusevski retaining their place in the team.
Brentford vs Tottenham 0:0 – Match Reports, Summary and Highlight
The frontline was led by Harry Kane and Son. Both players have become the most deadly partnership in the Premier League this season. Brentford on the other side had four changes to their usual first eleven as they missed a few key players.
Kristoffer Ajer was out with a concussion, Christian Norgaard missing with a shin injury and Ethan Pinnock was out with his hamstring problem.
Tottenham XI:
Lloris; Romero, Dier, Davies; Emerson, Hojbjerg, Bentancur, Sessegnon; Kulusevski, Kane, Son.
Subs: Gollini; Rodon, Sanchez, Reguilon, White, Winks, Bergwijn, Lucas, Scarlett.
Brentford XI:
Raya, Henry, Pinnock, Jansson, Roserlev, Eriksen, Jensen, Janelt, Ghoddos, Toney, Mbeumu
Subs: Lossi, DaSilva, Wissa, Jeanvier, Fosu, Stevens, Baptiste, Young-Coombes, Peart-Haris
Head to head
In their last five matches, Tottenham won 3 matches while 2 ended in a draw.
Currently, Brentford rank 12th with 39 points while Tottenham Hotspur holds 4th position with 57 points.
Brentford vs Tottenham 0:0 – Match Reports, Summary and Highlight
Match Summary and Analysis
Arsenal’s victory over Manchester United earlier in the day placed a pressure on Tottenham Hotspur as they understand that a win is needed. However, that was not the reflection of the game as Brentford came out in full force when the match started.
Christain Ericksen was running the show for Brentford and they nearly scored the first goal in the 18th minute. The former Spurs player created Brentford’s best chance of the half as his corner was headed against the bar by Toney.
Tottenham most threatening attempt came from Rodrigo Bentancur’s wild effort in the 28 minutes that went well over. The North London club were the happiest team when the first half whistle was blown ad Antonio Conte dashed down the tunnel to speak with his team.
Brentford 0 – Tottenham 0 (HT Result)
Tottenham started the second half brightly as they mounted pressure on the home team. In 52nd minutes, their relentless effort nearly paid dividends as Kane had his effort deflected over the bar by Bees skipper Jansson. 14 minutes later, the role was reversed as Kane cleared Jansson’s header off the line. The rebound fell to Eriksen whose low shot from a tight angle was saved down low by Lloris and then scrambled away by Ben Davies.
Both teams went in search of the decisive goal and it was a thrilling final to the match. In the 91st minute, Toney hit the post from Eriksen’s free-kick, with Bryan Mbeumo putting the rebound in the side-netting. Kane also attempted a scissor kick that whistled just wide of David Raya’s post before the final whistle was blown.
Brentford 0 – Tottenham 0 (FT Result)
What’s next for Tottenham Hotspur?
The race for top four is still undecided and Tottenham can still snatch the number four position from Arsenal. With Manchester United not looking like a threat, Conte will be eager to win his last five matches and hope Arsenal slips.
Tottenham will face Leicester at home on Sunday in the next match and that will follow with a clash against Liverpool. Next for Brentford is a trip to Old Trafford, as Thomas Frank’s side play Manchester United, a side that have failed to win match convincingly.
