Iwobi stars as Fulham fight back to beat Brentford 3-1
Fulham overturned a shaky start to beat Brentford 3-1 in a West London derby, thanks in large part to a strong showing by Alex Iwobi. Fulham trailed early after Mikkel Damsgaard capitalised on a loose pass in the 20th minute to put Brentford ahead.
Iwobi hauled Fulham level in the 38th minute, latching on to a loose ball in the box. Just two minutes later he set up Harry Wilson with a precise pass to make it 2-1 before half time.
The hosts added a third early in the second half when an Ethan Pinnock own goal, from a Ryan Sessegnon cross, sealed the turnaround.
Fulham’s performance was elevated by Iwobi, who not only scored and assisted but showed vision, composure, and influence across midfield. The win lifts Fulham into the upper half of the Premier League table, whilst Brentford slip further into a troubling away run.
Editorial
We believe Alex Iwobi reminded everyone just how pivotal a creative midfielder can be in turning a match around. Fulham looked vulnerable early on, as Brentford’s goal exposed a lapse. Yet Iwobi changed the game his equaliser restored belief, and his assist for the second goal showed not just skill but awareness.
This match underlines a broader truth: real leadership often comes from those who respond well under pressure, and Iwobi fits that description. He didn’t wait for others to lead; he stepped up. Fulham’s resurgence, especially in the second half, shows how momentum can be seized and flipped. Brentford’s defensive lapses in key moments proved costly.
For Fulham, this win is more than just three points it’s a statement. Their season so far has had flashes of promise, but consistency has been elusive.
Fulham overturned a shaky start to beat Brentford 3-1 in a West London derby, thanks in large part to a strong showing by Alex Iwobi. Fulham trailed early after Mikkel Damsgaard capitalised on a loose pass in the 20th minute to put Brentford ahead.
Iwobi hauled Fulham level in the 38th minute, latching on to a loose ball in the box. Just two minutes later he set up Harry Wilson with a precise pass to make it 2-1 before half time.
The hosts added a third early in the second half when an Ethan Pinnock own goal, from a Ryan Sessegnon cross, sealed the turnaround.
Fulham’s performance was elevated by Iwobi, who not only scored and assisted but showed vision, composure, and influence across midfield. The win lifts Fulham into the upper half of the Premier League table, whilst Brentford slip further into a troubling away run.
Editorial
We believe Alex Iwobi reminded everyone just how pivotal a creative midfielder can be in turning a match around. Fulham looked vulnerable early on, as Brentford’s goal exposed a lapse. Yet Iwobi changed the game his equaliser restored belief, and his assist for the second goal showed not just skill but awareness.
This match underlines a broader truth: real leadership often comes from those who respond well under pressure, and Iwobi fits that description. He didn’t wait for others to lead; he stepped up. Fulham’s resurgence, especially in the second half, shows how momentum can be seized and flipped. Brentford’s defensive lapses in key moments proved costly.
For Fulham, this win is more than just three points it’s a statement. Their season so far has had flashes of promise, but consistency has been elusive.