Brentford's European hopes take a hit as Arokodare caps Wolves' comeback

"When Igor Thiago, celebrating his first call-up to the Brazil squad and impending fatherhood, scored a fourth goal in four games, the second of their first-half stroll, Brentford were cruising to the shoulders of Chelsea and Liverpool. Instead, the club's quest to reach European football for the first time in their history received a severe jolt."

"Wolves have gone 330 days without an away win, to remain the last of the 92 league clubs to not break their duck but showed continued signs of life, of fighting to rescue pride from impending doom. When Tolu Arokodare's goal levelled the scores at 2-2, Wolves were much the likelier to win."

"Brentford's buzzing first half saw redemption for Dango Ouattara, forgiven for his Panenka FA Cup faux-pas at West Ham. He started to the right of Thiago and a quick return of Mikkel Damsgaard's pass set up the Dane for the first chance of the evening, whistled over the Wolves bar."

Brentford dominated the first half against Wolves, with Igor Thiago scoring twice to establish a 2-0 lead and position the club near Chelsea and Liverpool in the standings. However, Wolves mounted an impressive comeback despite being 330 days without an away win and facing near-certain relegation. Tolu Arokodare's goal reduced the deficit to 2-2, with Wolves creating further chances including a header against the crossbar. Brentford's loss represented a significant setback in their quest for European football. New manager Keith Andrews aimed to improve upon Thomas Frank's previous season performance, but the team's inability to maintain their advantage against a determined Wolves side demonstrated their vulnerability.

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