Brentford 1-1 Arsenal Player Ratings: The Bees Bring the Gunners' Winning Streak to an End

Gtech Community Stadium witnessed a proper Premier League fight, where momentum swung, chances flowed, and neither side was willing to back down. From the opening whistle, both teams pressed with intent, making it feel like a match that could be settled by one big moment.

The Brentford vs Arsenal player ratings reflect a contest built on grit rather than control, with both sides trading blows across 90 intense minutes. Arsenal struck first through Noni Madueke’s smart header, briefly silencing the home crowd, but Brentford’s response was swift and deserved as Keane Lewis-Potter rose highest to level things up.

What really stood out was how close this game came to tipping either way. Brentford striker Igor Thiago had multiple golden chances to steal it, while Arsenal threatened whenever space opened up on the break. It was fast, physical, and packed with drama, the kind of draw that leaves both teams thinking they should have taken all three points.

Key Takeaways

• Brentford showed strong resilience after falling behind and deserved their equalizer.
• Arsenal controlled midfield spells but lacked composure in key moments.
• Missed chances, especially from Thiago, proved costly in a match of fine margins.

Arsenal Player Ratings vs Brentford

Check Arsenal player ratings for the Brentford vs Arsenal game.

Goalkeeper

David Raya - 6.5: Made two necessary saves, one of which was a sharp stop to deny Thiago. His distribution, however, was a bit of a worry. We noticed he seemed rushed on the ball, leading to possession being lost 12 times. For the goal, there wasn't much he could do, it was a point-blank header. A mixed performance from the Spanish keeper.

Defenders

Cristhian Mosquera - 6.5: A solid if unspectacular day for the defender. He was strong in the air, winning 60% of his aerial duels, and made a game-high 8 clearances. However, he was dribbled past once and committed a couple of needless fouls. He did his job but didn't particularly stand out in a tough defensive battle.

Piero Hincapié - 7.5: Provided a moment of real quality for Arsenal's goal. His cross for Madueke was absolutely perfect, a defender's assist of the highest order. Defensively, he was sound, winning most of his duels and making some key tackles before being subbed off. A very positive contribution that almost won his team the game.

Gabriel Magalhães - 7.0: A proper warrior's display from the captain. He was immense in the air, winning six aerial duels, and put his body on the line with two blocked shots and eight clearances. His aggression did earn him a yellow card, and he was a magnet for Brentford's forwards. A leader's performance, but he lived on the edge at times.

Jurriën Timber - 6.0: A slightly disappointing outing from our perspective. He was a bit too careless in possession, losing the ball 12 times. While he did create one big chance going forward, his defensive work was not as secure as we'd like. He seemed to struggle with the physicality of Brentford's wide players.

Midfielders

Declan Rice - 7.5: The heartbeat of the Arsenal midfield. He was everywhere, recovering the ball 7 times and keeping things ticking with a 92% pass accuracy. He also showed his creative side, creating three chances for his teammates. A commanding performance that showcased his all-round ability. He rarely puts a foot wrong.

Martín Zubimendi - 6.0: A very quiet game for the midfielder. He was tidy with his passing, completing 94% of them, but offered very little impact on either side of the ball. From our perspective, he was a bit of a passenger, failing to impose himself on the match. We expected more from him.

Leandro Trossard - 6.5: He worked tirelessly and showed some neat touches, but ultimately lacked a decisive impact. He got into good positions but his two shots were blocked. He linked play well but faded as the game went on, which led to his substitution. A decent effort but without the end product.

Eberechi Eze - 5.5: A really ineffective 45 minutes from a player we know has immense quality. He barely got on the ball, with only 17 touches, and couldn't create anything. His substitution at half-time was no surprise. A performance to forget.

Forwards

Noni Madueke - 8.0: Arsenal's brightest spark and their goalscorer. He took his goal brilliantly with a well-directed header. What stood out to us was his directness and willingness to take players on. He was a constant threat until he was substituted, perhaps surprisingly. A fantastic showing.

Viktor Gyökeres - 5.5: A deeply frustrating evening for the striker. He lost possession a staggering 19 times and his pass accuracy was a woeful 47%. He looked isolated and couldn't get into the game at all, picking up a yellow card for his troubles. A very poor performance by his standards.

Manager

M. Arteta - 6.5: His team failed to hold onto a lead on the road, which will be a point of frustration. The decision to start Eze clearly backfired. While the team structure was mostly solid, they lacked the clinical edge to see out the win. He couldn't find the tactical switch to secure all three points.

Brentford Player Ratings vs Arsenal

Here are the Brentford player ratings against Arsenal.

Goalkeeper

Caoimhín Kelleher - 6.0: Couldn't have done anything about Madueke's well-placed header. He only had one save to make all game. His distribution was a concern, with a low 31% long ball accuracy. An otherwise quiet and uneventful match for the keeper.

Defenders

Michael Kayode - 6.5: A determined performance at the back. He was strong in the tackle, winning both of his attempts, and made 6 crucial clearances. An error that led to a shot was a notable blemish on his copybook. Overall, he battled hard and held his own against a tricky Arsenal attack.

Sepp van den Berg - 8.0: A superb performance from the centre-back. He provided a clever headed assist for the crucial equalizer, showing great awareness in the box. Defensively, he was a rock, making 5 clearances and 2 interceptions. He was a standout player for the home side and a key reason they earned a point.

Kristoffer Ajer - 6.5: A solid and no-nonsense display. He made 6 clearances and was a physical presence that Arsenal's forwards struggled against. His use of the ball wasn't always the best, but he stuck to his defensive duties diligently. A reliable performance.

Rico Henry - 6.0: A quiet game by his standards. He struggled to make an impact going forward and was kept busy defensively. He lost possession 10 times and didn't seem to have his usual energy down the flank. A fairly average performance.

Midfielders

Vitaly Janelt - 6.5: You always know what you're going to get from Janelt. He was combative, disruptive, and picked up a yellow card for his troubles. He did his job in breaking up play and protecting the back four without offering much flair. A classic midfield workhorse performance.

Mathias Jensen - 7.0: The main creative force for Brentford. He created an impressive four chances, including two big ones, and his delivery was a constant threat. He was a bit loose in possession at times, but his eye for a pass was vital for his team's attacking play. A very influential game from the captain.

Yegor Yarmolyuk - 6.0: A neat and tidy display during his 73 minutes on the pitch. He kept the ball moving with a high pass accuracy but rarely took any risks. He fulfilled his role competently before being substituted for a more attacking option. Solid but unspectacular.

Keane Lewis-Potter - 8.5: Our Man of the Match. He was absolutely brilliant. He scored the vital equalizer with a poacher's header, showing great instinct. Throughout his time on the pitch, he was a livewire, constantly looking to get shots off and cause problems. His energy and goal made him the highest-rated player on the pitch.

Dango Ouattara - 5.5: A very poor day at the office for the winger. He was incredibly wasteful, losing possession 16 times from only 29 touches. His dribbles were ineffective, and his overall contribution was minimal before he got booked. A performance he will want to move on from quickly.

Forwards

Igor Thiago - 6.0: A performance of immense frustration. He was a real handful physically, but his finishing was shockingly bad. He missed two big chances that could have won Brentford the game. Six shots in total but he just couldn't find the back of the net. A classic case of what could have been.

Manager

K. Andrews - 7.0: Got his tactics spot on. His team was organized, resilient, and played to their strengths, causing Arsenal problems throughout. They never gave up after going behind and fully deserved their point. He will be delighted with his team's character and frustrated they didn't snatch a win.

Man of the Match

Sportsdunia's Man of the Match Goes to Keane Lewis-Potter.

Worst Performer

Dango Ouattara was the worst performer today.