Crystal Palace 2-0 Brentford: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes' post-match review of Crystal Palace 2-0 Brentford in the Premier League on Saturday, 01 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, what a solid performance from Crystal Palace, eh? They've gone and nicked a 2-0 win over Brentford at home, which might not have been on everyone's bingo card given Brentford's recent form. Palace snapped a bit of a mixed run with a loss to Arsenal and a draw against Bournemouth, but today they looked sharp. The first goal came from a well-worked move, and then an own goal in the second half sealed the deal. Not a bad day at the office for Palace, and they'll be chuffed to bits with that result.

As for Brentford, they'll be scratching their heads after this one. Coming off a strong run with wins against Liverpool and West Ham, they were expected to put up a fight. But Palace had other ideas, and Brentford just couldn't find their rhythm. It's a bit of a setback for them, but they've got the quality to bounce back. Still, you've got to give credit where it's due, and Palace were the better side on the day.

Looking at the stats, you'd think Brentford had the upper hand with 65% possession, but football's not just about keeping the ball, is it? Palace made the most of their 35% with a clinical performance, and those six corners show they were a threat from set pieces. Brentford's higher successful dribble percentage at 36% didn't translate into goals, and those three yellow cards suggest they were getting a bit frustrated out there. All in all, the stats tell a story of a game where Palace were efficient and Brentford were left wanting.

The first key moment came in the 30th minute when Crystal Palace scored a crucial goal. It was a well-executed move that put them in the driver's seat, and you could see the confidence surge through the team. Then, in the 51st minute, an own goal by Brentford doubled Palace's lead and pretty much put the game to bed. That second goal was a bit of a killer blow for Brentford, and from there, it was all about Palace managing the game to secure the three points.

Crystal Palace lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, and it worked a treat for them today. No real surprises in the starting XI, but the back three of Richards, Lacroix, and Guéhi looked solid as a rock. The impact of the substitutions was minimal, with just three changes made, but the starting lineup did the job. Sarr and Pino in the attacking midfield roles were key, and Mateta up top was a constant threat.

Brentford went with a 4-2-3-1 formation, hoping to dominate the game, but it didn't quite pan out. The lineup was strong on paper, with the likes of Henderson and Ouattara in midfield, but they couldn't find their groove. Five substitutions were made, which suggests Thomas Frank was trying to shake things up, but it was too little, too late. Ajer and Collins at the back had their hands full, and the attacking trio of Damsgaard, Schade, and Thiago couldn't break through Palace's defence.

Dean Henderson is our Ladbrokes' Man of the Match, and rightly so. With two crucial saves, he kept a clean sheet and ensured Palace walked away with all three points. His one clearance and one punch were vital in maintaining the shutout, and his performance between the sticks was nothing short of brilliant. A top-notch display from the Palace keeper.

• Win: 2-0 vs Brentford (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Arsenal (A)
• Draw: 3-3 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Win: 3-2 vs Liverpool (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs West Ham United (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Manchester City (H)

Sitting pretty in 8th place with 16 points, Palace will be looking to build on this win when they face AZ in the Europa Conference League on November 06, 2025 at 20:00. This result will give them a boost of confidence, and they'll be keen to keep the momentum going. Expect them to approach the game with the same intensity and focus that served them well today.

Dropping to 12th with 13 points, Brentford will need to regroup quickly before their next match against Newcastle United on November 09, 2025 at 14:00. This loss might sting a bit, but they've shown they can bounce back. They'll need to be more clinical in front of goal and tighten up at the back if they want to get a result against a Newcastle side just below them in the table.

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