Premier League
8:00 p.mFebruary 12, 2026
Regular season – 26
Brentford Community Stadium
Referee: John Brooks, England
Brentford
arsenal
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1.29
Expected Goals (xG)
0.60
Passing by
225 (75%)
Accurate passes
378 (85%)
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Substitutes
12
G
Hákon Rafn Valdimarsson
d
Aaron Hickey
90+5′ Replaced by R. Henry
5
d
Ethan Pinnock
22
d
Nathan Collins
M
Jordan Henderson
73′ Replaced by Y. YarmolyukM
Mikkel Damsgaard
73′ Replaced by K. Lewis-Potter
48
M
Luka Bentt
45
M
Romelle Donovan
47
F
Say Furo
1
G
David Raya
7.3
d
Piero Hincapié
61′ d
Gabriel Magalhães (C)
20′ Stumbled
3
d
Christian Mosquera
6.9
12
d
The Jury of the Wood
6.7
41
M
Rice Declan
7.3
36
M
Martin Zubimendi
6.9
19
M
Leandro Trossard
6.3
10
M
god bless you
6.3
M
You Maduek
61′
F
Viktor Gyökeres
30′ rough
Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Relegation – Championship
Bryan Mbeumo’s second-half equalizer secured a vital point for Brentford, who held Premier League leaders Arsenal to a 1-1 draw at the Brentford Community Stadium. This result affected Arsenal’s title on 12 February 2026.
Arsenal, sitting comfortably at the top of the Premier League, went into the game looking to extend their lead. Seventh-placed Brentford, enjoying a good season, were looking to maintain their impressive record at home against a team they historically struggle against. Pre-match predictions heavily favored the visitors.
The first half started with Arsenal dictating possession and tempo. Their attacking moves tried to break down a well organized Brentford defence. The Bees held firm, limiting clear-cut chances for Mikel Arteta’s side in the opening exchanges.
The Gunners finally broke the deadlock in the 35th minute, Gabriel Jesus linking up brilliantly with Martin Ødegaard, who threaded a pinpoint pass. Jesus then fired a low shot over the outstretched arm of Mark Flekken to give Arsenal a deserved lead. It was a clinical finish after sustained pressure.
Brentford responded with more effort, trying to go ahead before the break. However, Arsenal’s defense remained compact, negating any real threat. The visitors went into the break with a narrow but comfortable lead.
At the break, Arsenal appeared in control, but Brentford knew they needed to inject more urgency. Thomas Frank’s side emerged with renewed vigour, pressing higher up the pitch and challenging every ball.
The home side’s persistence paid off in the 70th minute. A well-worked move from the right wing culminated in a precise cross into the area. Bryan Mbeumo met it with a powerful header, guiding the ball into the net to equalize for the Bees. The crowd erupted, sensing a possible upheaval.
At 1-1, both teams fought for a winner. Substitutions were made, altering the tactical landscape. David Raya was forced into a smart save from a close-range shot, keeping Arsenal in the game.
The final minutes saw end-to-end action, but neither team could find a decisive goal. The match ended with a share of the spoils, a fair reflection of a hard-fought match.
Arsenal dominated possession with 60% and recorded 15 shots, with 6 on target, accumulating an expected goal (xG) of 1.8. Brentford, despite only 40% possession, managed 10 shots, 4 on target and an xG of 1.2, showing their efficiency. This draw halts Arsenal’s recent winning streak in the league.
This result means that Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League table is reduced. For Brentford, it’s a valuable point that bolsters their bid for a European place, showing their resilience against the league’s best.
