Brentford Stun Liverpool as Reds’ Title Hopes Take a Hit

Liverpool's Premier League title defense faltered further as they suffered a 3–2 loss to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium. This marks their fourth consecutive league defeat, equaling their worst-ever Premier League run from February 2021. 

Liverpool's challenging start to the 2025–26 Premier League season persisted as they suffered a 3–2 defeat to Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, October 25. This loss marks the Reds' fourth consecutive league defeat, equaling their worst-ever Premier League run from February 2021. 

Brentford took an early lead through Dango Ouattara and extended it just before halftime with a goal from Kevin Schade. Liverpool responded with a stoppage-time goal from Milos Kerkez, narrowing the deficit to 2–1. However, Brentford restored their two-goal advantage in the 60th minute via a penalty from Igor Thiago. Mohamed Salah scored for Liverpool in the 89th minute, ending his personal goal drought, but it wasn't enough to salvage a point for the visitors. 

The defeat leaves Liverpool in sixth place with 15 points, four points adrift of league leaders Arsenal. Manager Arne Slot, who led the club to the Premier League title last season, now faces mounting pressure as the team's title defense falters. 

Liverpool's next opportunity to end their winless streak comes on Saturday, November 1, when they host Aston Villa at Anfield. With the pressure mounting, the Reds will be eager to return to winning ways and regain their form.