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Brentford thrash Chelsea 3-0 for first win since 1938

By Drooid · Sep 19, 2026, 2:20 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Chelsea lost 3-0 to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.
It was Brentford's first home win over Chelsea since 1938.
Chelsea have conceded 12 goals in five league matches, the most in the Premier League.
Injuries kept Reece James, Moisés Caicedo and Joao Pedro out of the squad.
Manager Xabi Alonso said the team lacked consistency and competitive mentality throughout the 95 minutes.

History

Historical Context

In 1938, Brentford secured its inaugural home victory over Chelsea at Griffin Park, ending a 71-year winless streak. That season, Chelsea conceded 45 goals across 38 league matches, a record defensive lapse highlighted by star forward Jimmy Greaves. Today's 3-0 defeat at the Gtech Community Stadium mirrors that historic upset, with Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea surrendering after injuries sidelined Reece James, Moisés Caicedo, and Joao Pedro. The recurrence suggests that prolonged defensive frailties can trigger managerial scrutiny and potential squad overhauls, echoing the club’s 1938 restructuring.

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Story summary

Chelsea lost 3-0 to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.
It was Brentford's first home win over Chelsea since 1938.
Chelsea have conceded 12 goals in five league matches, the most in the Premier League.
Injuries kept Reece James, Moisés Caicedo and Joao Pedro out of the squad.
Manager Xabi Alonso said the team lacked consistency and competitive mentality throughout the 95 minutes.

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