Crystal Palace 2-0 Brentford: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral's post-match review of Crystal Palace 2-0 Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday, 01 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Crystal Palace secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Brentford at home, a result that might surprise some given Brentford's recent form. The Eagles, who had previously lost to Arsenal and drawn with AFC Bournemouth, managed to break their inconsistent run with this win. The match was defined by a goal in the 30th minute and an own goal in the 51st, which effectively sealed the game for Palace. This result not only boosts their confidence but also marks a significant turnaround from their recent performances.

Brentford, on the other hand, came into the match on the back of a strong run, having won three out of their last four games. The loss at Selhurst Park will be a setback for them, especially after dominating possession throughout the game. Despite their efforts, they were unable to convert their control into goals, and the own goal in the second half proved costly. This defeat ends their recent winning streak and poses questions about their defensive resilience moving forward.

The statistics from the match reveal a surprising outcome given Brentford's dominance in possession, holding 65% compared to Crystal Palace's 35%. Despite this, Palace managed to secure more corners, with six to Brentford's five, indicating their effectiveness in attacking set pieces. Brentford's higher successful dribble percentage (36% to Palace's 22%) suggests they were more dynamic in their play, yet they failed to translate this into scoring opportunities. The three yellow cards received by Brentford players also highlight a more aggressive approach, which did not pay off in this encounter.

The first key moment came in the 30th minute when Crystal Palace scored, setting the tone for the rest of the match. This early goal put Brentford on the back foot and forced them to chase the game, which ultimately played into Palace's hands. The second pivotal moment was in the 51st minute when Brentford scored an own goal, doubling Palace's lead and effectively ending any hopes of a comeback. These two moments were crucial in determining the outcome, as Brentford struggled to find a way back into the game after conceding the second goal.

Crystal Palace lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Dean Henderson in goal and a back three of Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, and Marc Guéhi. The midfield was anchored by Jefferson Lerma and Daichi Kamada, with Daniel Muñoz and Tyrick Mitchell providing width. Up front, Ismaïla Sarr and Yéremy Pino supported Jean-Philippe Mateta. The lineup showed no major surprises, and the impact of the substitutions was minimal, with three changes made throughout the game. The team's performance was solid, with the backline and midfield effectively neutralizing Brentford's possession-based approach.

Brentford opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Caoimhín Kelleher between the posts and a back four of Michael Kayode, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, and Kristoffer Ajer. The midfield duo of Yegor Yarmolyuk and Jordan Henderson provided stability, while Dango Ouattara, Mikkel Damsgaard, and Kevin Schade supported striker Igor Thiago. Despite making five substitutions, Brentford struggled to change the course of the game. The lineup was expected, but the team's inability to convert possession into goals was a notable disappointment.

Dean Henderson is Coral's Man of the Match for his outstanding performance in goal for Crystal Palace. With two crucial saves, Henderson ensured that Brentford did not find the back of the net despite their dominance in possession. His one clearance and one punch further demonstrated his command of the area, contributing significantly to the clean sheet and the team's victory.

• Win: 2-0 vs Brentford (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Arsenal (A)
• Draw: 3-3 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Win: 3-2 vs Liverpool (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs West Ham United (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Manchester City (H)

Crystal Palace now sit in 8th place with 16 points, and their next challenge is against AZ on November 06, 2025, at 20:00 in the UEFA Conference League . This victory against Brentford will boost their confidence as they prepare for this upcoming fixture. They will look to maintain their solid defensive performance and capitalise on their attacking set pieces to secure another positive result.

Brentford find themselves in 12th place with 13 points following their defeat to Crystal Palace. They will face Newcastle United, who are just below them in the standings with 12 points, on November 09, 2025, at 14:00. This loss will prompt Brentford to reassess their defensive strategy and focus on converting their possession into goals in their next match.

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