Nunez’s late brace secures Liverpool victory over Brentford

Substitute Darwin Nunez delivered a stoppage-time double to hand Liverpool a dramatic victory over Brentford, extending their Premier League lead to seven points.  

After a frustrating match with no breakthrough, Nunez struck in the 91st minute, converting a low cross from Trent Alexander-Arnold with a simple finish.

Just two minutes later, the Uruguayan forward showcased composure in a crowded box, rounding off a swift counter-attack to seal the 2-0 win.

Despite taking so long to break the deadlock, Liverpool had dominated possession and territory for large periods and were fully deserving of all three points.

Dominik Szoboszlai saw an effort crash off the top of the crossbar in the first half and Luis Diaz should have made better of an attempt with his head after emerging unmarked at the far post.

Brentford were happy to sit deep and soak up pressure but struggled to pose any serious threat on the counter, with striker Bryan Mbeumo left isolated.

Liverpool maintained complete control of the tempo in the latter stages as Brentford dropped ever deeper, but lacked the potency in front of goal which they oozed in the first half of the season until Nunez delivered the decisive blows.

The result ended Liverpool’s winless start to 2025 and solidified their position at the top of the table.