LONDON: Brentford sprang an upset with both their 3-1 home win over Liverpool and the clear and deserved manner of their victory.

The Reds could not deal with their hosts with their defence continuing to be a major concern.

Manager Jurgen Klopp’s side have conceded an average of 1.99 xGA per game when playing away this season. They are a team who have no problem creating chances but simply can’t stop their opponents from doing the same.

Their next away game is against a Brighton team who have clicked into attacking gear under Roberto Di Zerbi.

As for Brentford, their performances against the ‘big six’ need highlighting.

The Bees have played five of the six at home which has to be taken into consideration, but Frank’s side have won three, drawn two and lost just once against the league’s elite.

Across those six games, Brentford have averaged 1.98 xGF and 1.28 xGA per game. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a process that good against the big six after playing all of them once.

The Bees are currently unbeaten in six, winning three, having shown that they have no problem creating opportunities. They could kick on up the table again with a run of Bournemouth, Leeds and Southampton.

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