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Football
Bournemouth
vs Brentford. Premier League.
5: 30pm, Saturday 15th March 2025.
Vitality Stadium Attendance: Attendance11, 180.
Report and free match highlights as Christian Norgaard hits winner to record a fifth straight away win for Brentford; Vitaly Janelt's own goal had put Bournemouth in front but Brentford struck back in impressive fashion with Yoane Wissa scoring the equaliser Saturday 15 March 2025 20: 33, UK Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Brentford made it five away wins on the bounce with a 2-1 victory at Bournemouth, whose hopes of Champions League qualification took a dent. A dangerous run and cross from Milos Kerkez was the catalyst for Vitaly Janelt sending the ball into his own net to open the scoring for the hosts, but Brentford hit back through a Yoane Wissa header - his 14th league goal of the season, with home goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga caught in no-man's land. Antoine Semenyo crashed a close-range header off the crossbar as the home side played with their usual threat and intensity, however, their final finish was lacking. Brentford struck against the run of play to snatch the points when Christian Norgaard thumped home after a long throw caused panic in the Bournemouth box and they held on to win a fifth consecutive away league game for the first time in 15 years. Andoni Iraola's team have now lost four of their last six Premier League games as their season seems to be stalling at the wrong time. They are four points off Manchester City in fifth. Meanwhile, the Bees are now unbeaten in all six meetings with Bournemouth in the Premier League and remain the only team the Cherries have not beaten in the top flight. Sky Sports' Lewis Jones:
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Clubs across Europe must be keeping a close eye on Norgaard's contract situation. Yet again this season, the Danish midfielder has been the bedrock and beating heart of what makes Brentford such a dangerous team for any opposition - as Bournemouth found out. His influence on the pitch in getting Thomas Frank's message across is vital for keeping Brentford's performance levels so consistent. And, he pops up with the odd goal or two, which always helps. His winning goal here was his third strike in eight appearances. Norgaard's contract runs out this summer although the club have the option to extend it by a year, but nothing has been communicated regarding the situation, which must have the Bees' fanbase a little concerned. Everton have been reportedly linked, which looks a sideway move when simply assessing both teams' league position. The saving grace for the Bees in convincing Norgaard to stay just might be his age. He is 31-years-old now so his chances of nailing down a long-term contract somewhere which would be deemed a step up from Brentford look unlikely. They must do everything they can to keep him. Tom from Southampton became a millionaire for free with Super 6! Could you be the next jackpot winner? Play for free!
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