Chelsea were denied victory in dramatic fashion as Brentford scored a stoppage-time equaliser in a 2-2 Premier League draw. The Blues had led deep into the match, but defensive lapses cost them two points.
Brentford struck first in the 35th minute. Kevin Schade fired in a superb lob that left Chelsea’s goalkeeper with no chance. The visitors struggled to create clear chances in the first half, but they grew into the game after the break.
Cole Palmer, making his return from injury, equalised for Chelsea in the 61st minute. His sharp finish restored belief for the away side. From then on, Chelsea pushed harder, keeping more of the ball and forcing Brentford back.
Their pressure paid off late in the game. Moisés Caicedo put Chelsea ahead in the 85th minute with a powerful strike. It seemed like the Blues had done enough to secure all three points.
However, Brentford refused to give up. In the 93rd minute, Fabio Carvalho tapped in from close range after a long throw-in. The goal silenced Chelsea’s celebrations and sent home fans wild.
Chelsea dominated possession and created more chances overall. Yet their defence looked shaky in key moments, especially when dealing with set pieces and long throws. The manager will likely be frustrated at how his team let the win slip away.
For Chelsea, Palmer’s return was a major positive. His goal and energy gave the attack a spark. Caicedo also impressed with his late strike. Still, the late equaliser highlighted the need for stronger game management.
The draw leaves Chelsea with more work to do ahead of their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich. Brentford, meanwhile, will take confidence from their resilience and late fightback.
