00:30No problems at all on the weather front as we get ready for this match.
00:34I'm Derek Ray and keeping me company here on the commentary gantry is Stuart Robson.
00:39And without doubt a match with the potential to bring genuine excitement.
00:43How do you see the match going, Stuart?
00:45Well, we've got everything needed for a good game here.
00:47Two motivated teams, a vibrant atmosphere and some very good players.
00:51Let's hope we're not disappointed.
01:00And here's the starting 11 for Brentford.
01:10Well, it's a 4-5-1, but with three of the midfield players giving close support to the centre forward.
01:15And the other two sitting deeper.
01:17Also watch out for the fullbacks getting forward at every opportunity.
01:21They do like to get crosses into the box.
01:23Let's have a look at the initial 11 for the visitors.
01:40Well, we believe they're going to play with the same system here.
01:43But it's all about the midfield battle.
01:45Whoever wins that should control the tactics.
02:01Enjoy the game.
02:02So, the first half begins.
02:20Let's see what these two teams can serve up for us.
02:23And a fine tackle.
02:36Well, making considerable progress with the ball.
02:39But they took care of the situation defensively.
02:47Oh, not a great challenge at all there.
02:49Well, a clear and early statement of intent from the referee.
02:54It's a booking, Stuart.
02:55Well, the referee has made it absolutely clear.
02:57He's not going to mess around here.
03:12Well, there's defensive solidity for you.
03:14Well, this could really help the cause.
03:29Must take the lead here.
03:31And they have.
03:32You've got to say, it has been coming.
03:35Well, no keeper likes being beaten at his near post.
03:48And I'm afraid that was the case with this goal.
03:56So, the ball rolling again with the scoreline standing at 1-0.
03:59Oh, they were in a decent position, too.
04:11Yeah, just stopped it in its tracks there.
04:16Well, he so badly wanted to net another one.
04:19But the keeper playing his part.
04:21Well, maybe that should have been his second.
04:23But you can see another one coming.
04:24He's playing so well here.
04:26Who can they pick out?
04:37And defensive play to be applauded.
04:45Tremendously strong in the tackle.
04:49What a go-in.
04:50And possession secured.
04:52Keeper's ball.
04:53Gives it a go.
04:57That was going in.
05:12And over it comes.
05:15Another's direction was just a little bit off.
05:23No, thank you.
05:33You're not going toishing.
05:40Back to my grid.
05:45We've got a hull of it.
05:47Back to me.
06:18And take it away.
06:21And moving the ball forward with genuine purpose here.
06:31An effective challenge.
06:34Plenty of support here.
06:37Oh dear, up a dead end. It was promising.
06:44Quick break could be on.
06:45And should have been so much more incisive.
06:57It's looking promising.
06:59But Steph defending what it mattered.
07:03Another side showing any authority in possession right now.
07:07At the moment, the passing is sloppy.
07:09Neither team have found their rhythm so far.
07:12How about the cross?
07:14Oh, good defending to stop a decent looking attack.
07:17Oh, he's through here.
07:36And the keeper to the rescue.
07:38When he takes and beats him, that's for sure.
07:40It really is a top-class save.
07:42Now, sending it in.
07:49And did well to deal with it.
07:57That's what you call defending from the front.
08:00Possibilities here.
08:01Well, here's another look.
08:21And you can see what a good finish this is.
08:22He holds off the defender brilliantly and keeps his composure.
08:26That's a great goal.
08:28So, back underway.
08:30They've levelled it at 1-1 here.
08:33Mikael Damsgård.
08:44Nathan Collins.
08:50Keane Lewis Potter.
08:53Chance to do damage.
08:54And nicely over the top.
08:58Looking cross.
09:03Nothing to show for that attack.
09:10Strong challenge.
09:11And the referee, you know.
09:23Oh, another great challenge at all there.
09:25Yeah.
09:25Oh, another great challenge at all there.
09:25And the pass deftly cut out.
09:44Except Thunderbell.
09:49Mikael Damsgård.
09:51Who doesn't have to do it on his own.
09:54He's in here.
09:57And it's in.
09:59We're back in front.
10:00Stunning scenes here.
10:02Well, just look how exposed the keeper is.
10:15He's got absolutely no chance there.
10:17But they do take it well, you have to say.
10:19Well, underway again.
10:31It's a narrow 2-1 lead as things stand.
10:34If you're wondering about stoppage time, one minute to be added on.
10:42He's in with a chance.
10:48Oh, totally committed.
10:50And the post getting in the way.
10:52And under pressure.
10:53That was a fine claim.
10:56So, the whistle then.
10:57We're at the halfway stage in this match.
11:01You certainly have got to give this man high marks for his work.
11:04Well, this could really help the court.
11:06Well, this could really help the court.
11:34And away they go again.
11:36The second half is up and running.
11:44Damsgård.
11:50Plenty of support here.
11:54A good and fair challenge.
11:56Might lead to a chance.
12:19And it took a little nick before it went over the touchline.
12:23So, a throw in here.
12:26Chance to play it in.
12:29And a Brentford throw in.
12:35Opportunity here.
12:37Well, that is top-class goalkeeping for you.
12:40Yeah, really smart piece of goalkeeping there, as you said.
12:43So agile.
12:45Corner kick played in.
12:47Punched away.
12:49And increasing the pressure.
12:50Another corner it is.
12:56Textbook closing down.
13:02And now they're on the attack.
13:05Warting him.
13:07Oh, good work by the keeper.
13:08And he's fired over the corner.
13:25And sadly, too straight to worry the goalkeeper that time.
13:30Gunnly set up a chance.
13:41Oh, that surely had to go in.
13:43But marvelous defending.
13:45That's how to get a block in.
13:47Oh, I read it really well.
13:59Promising attack.
14:04Can they do it?
14:05And the keeper able to hold on to it.
14:07Able to skip past his man.
14:21Everyone in the center looking on as it sailed over them.
14:33Now what can they do from here?
14:34Nicely timed tackle.
14:46Oh, dear.
14:47Up a dead end.
14:48It was promising.
14:55But he's certainly not alone.
14:57Chance maybe to use the counter-attacking ability to good effect.
15:02Inexplicably, it fizzled out.
15:04Lacking a distinct sense of rhythm at the moment.
15:17Well, what's the referee going to do now?
15:20Well, he's gone into the referee's notebook.
15:22And he can't be surprised.
15:23That was a poor challenge, you have to say.
15:30Time for a change then.
15:31Oh, that's a splendid play.
15:47Gibson to go!
15:49Able to block it.
15:51Well, the hosts have had most of the ball in the last 15 minutes.
15:54Creating lots of chances now.
15:55And you think if they do get another, it's going to be tough for the opposition to find a way back into this.
16:05Now, options are plenty.
16:07Oh, he looks threatening.
16:09Real chance.
16:10Oh, credit for the goalkeeper.
16:12Fantastic save.
16:13Well, in that situation, that's a really top-class save from the keeper.
16:17And the short option preferred.
16:31And a fine cross.
16:33And I thought that could be menacing, but the keeper able to get a strong fist on the ball.
16:37Well, I have to say, this is a really good goal.
17:04Just look how well-balanced he is.
17:06He knows he's going to be under pressure, but he shows great composure to hit the target.
17:25So there it is.
17:263-1 the current scoreline here.
17:28And team-mates surround him.
17:44Good lead!
17:46And a goal to put the final stamp on it!
17:49That will do it!
17:503-2 the current scoreline here.
17:52Well this is a brilliant strike as you can see
18:01He hits it with so much power
18:03The keeper had no chance
18:05Fantastic finish
18:15So they restart the game
18:17But that goal truly feels like the final nail
18:20Mikael Damsgård
18:26Oh I thought they were on to something there
18:44Mikael Damsgård
18:45Oh good looking run
18:47And quick thinking from the keeper
18:50To claim the ball under pressure
18:52What about the stoppage time situation
18:56Two minutes the word
18:57So deciding to make a personnel change
19:01At this juncture
19:02Good looking move
19:15And that is the end of the contest
19:25And not a happy outcome as far as the visitors are concerned
19:28You're absolutely right
19:30While the result is poor
19:31The display was even worse
19:32They never got to grips with the opposition
19:34They were second best in every facet of the game
19:37They need to do a lot of improving before the next time out
19:39Well this could really help the cause
19:44Let's go
19:59We'll do it
20:00We'll do it
20:00We'll do it
20:03We'll do it
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