Macclesfield Town
Brentford4th Round
Macclesfield Town: 12. Heathcote
Brentford: 12. Valdimarsson H.R, - 2. Hickey, 5. Pinnock, 22. Collins N., 33. Kayode M. - 8. Jensen Ma., 18. Yarmoliuk, 27. Janelt - 11. Nelson R. (Lewis-Potter, 61), 45. Donovan - 47. Furo (Ouattara Da., 71)
Substitution: Lewis-Potter (from 61); Ouattara Da. (from 71)
Bench: 31. Balcombe - 3. Henry R., 4. van den Berg S., 20. Ajer
Yellow Cards: Janelt 21; Yarmoliuk 77
Chelsea are back in the conversation for a UEFA Champions League place
The FA Cup once again lived up to its reputation
Brentford came closest to breaking the deadlock early on
While the scoreline may suggest a routine evening for Pep Guardiola’s side, the reality at the Etihad told a more nuanced story
Arsenal delivered another confident performance, defeating Brentford to restore their five-point cushion at the top of the Premier League
Brentford secured an impressive 3–1 victory
Liverpool’s Premier League woes deepened
Brentford delivered a composed and clinical performance
His current market value is estimated at €15 million
The Norwegian goal machine proved decisive in the ninth minute
Manchester United suffered yet another humiliating defeat
Fabio Carvalho was the last-minute hero for Brentford
The 28-year-old DR Congo international had reportedly been pushing for a move throughout the summer
Nunes was viewed as a high-potential talent, however his progress was abruptly halted by a serious injury
This represents a significant increase from the Magpies’ previous offer
The Magpies were hopeful of unveiling the DR Congo international this weekend
The Red Devils are now awaiting an official response from Brentford
Brentford seized the opportunity and moved quickly to secure his signature
The deal marks a strategic move by Mikel Arteta, aiming to reinforce midfield depth ahead of the 2025/26 campaign
The 44-year-old Irishman steps into the role following the departure of long-serving boss Thomas Frank
Brentford claimed one of their most dramatic wins of the season
Brentford delivered an attacking masterclass in a pulsating 4-2 victory
It was a classic case of a European hangover for Mikel Arteta’s side
Chelsea remain in 4th place in the Premier League standings but could lose that spot to City
Bournemouth, once considered contenders for a European spot, extended their winless streak to four matches after a disappointing loss to Brentford
Aston Villa secured a crucial victory in the Premier League
Brentford secured an impressive away victory