Brentford vs Liverpool: Salah Strike Sparks Tense Finale as Reds Chase Vital Win to Halt Skid

Brentford vs Liverpool: Salah Strikes Late as Reds Fight to Avoid Fourth Straight Defeat
By Harry Bamforth, Lewis Browning, Oliver Holt, and Lewis Steele | Updated: 22:01 BST, 25 October 2025

[Insert main image: Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah celebrates his crucial goal against Brentford (Credit: Daily Mail)]

In a tense Premier League clash at the Gtech Community Stadium, Mohamed Salah’s late strike salvaged hope for Liverpool, who narrowly avoided a fourth consecutive league defeat with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Brentford.

Match Overview

Liverpool entered the match under pressure after three straight losses, while Brentford aimed to capitalize on their home advantage. The game exploded into life early, with both teams creating chances. Darwin Núñez tested Brentford’s goalkeeper Mark Flekken within minutes, while Ivan Toney forced a sharp save from Alisson at the other end.

[Insert image: Ivan Toney clashes with Virgil van Dijk during the first half]

The deadlock broke in the 35th minute when Bryan Mbeumo slotted home after a defensive lapse from Liverpool, sending the home crowd into raptures. Jurgen Klopp’s side responded aggressively, with Dominik Szoboszlai striking the post before halftime.

Second-Half Drama

Liverpool leveled in the 55th minute via a Diogo Jota header, assisted by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s pinpoint cross. Brentford argued for offside, but VAR upheld the goal. The hosts nearly retook the lead minutes later, but Yoane Wissa’s effort sailed just wide.

[Insert image: Diogo Jota heads in Liverpool’s equalizer]

Salah, quiet for much of the match, delivered when it mattered most. In the 82nd minute, he cut inside and curled a sublime finish into the far corner, sealing a vital win for the Reds.

Key Moments

• 35’: Mbeumo capitalizes on defensive error to put Brentford ahead.
• 55’: Jota heads Liverpool level amid controversy.
• 82’: Salah’s stunning strike secures three points for Klopp’s men.

Post-Match Reactions

Klopp praised his team’s resilience: “We showed character today. Salah’s goal was world-class, but we must cut out defensive mistakes.”

Brentford boss Thomas Frank lamented missed opportunities: “We had chances to win. Small margins decided it.”

[Insert image: Jurgen Klopp applauds Liverpool fans post-match]

Standings Impact

The win lifts Liverpool to 5th in the table, while Brentford remain mid-table. The Reds now turn their focus to the Champions League, while Brentford face a tough trip to Newcastle.

Final Score: Brentford 1-2 Liverpool

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