The 2024-25 English Carabao Cup, Third Round match between Brentford and Leyton Orient took place at Brentford Community Stadium, showcasing a thrilling contest between the Premier League side and the League One visitors. Brentford, known for their sharp tactical play and aggressive offense, faced Leyton Orient, a team hungry to prove themselves in a cup that often presents underdogs with golden opportunities. Brentford ultimately prevailed 3-1, securing their spot in the next round, but not without a spirited fight from Leyton Orient.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Head-to-Head
This was the first competitive meeting between Brentford and Leyton Orient in recent years, adding intrigue to the encounter. Brentford entered the match as favorites, having shown solid form in their Premier League campaign. Meanwhile, Leyton Orient, sitting in the middle of League One, aimed to pull off an upset.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Lineups
Here is the Brentford vs Leyton Orient lineups today (Sep 17, 2024).
Brentford (4-3-3 Formation):
- Goalkeeper: Hákon Valdimarsson
- Defenders: Jayden Meghoma, Ben Mee, Sepp van den Berg, Mads Roerslev
- Midfielders: Christian Nørgaard, Yehor Yarmoliuk, Ryan Trevitt
- Forwards: Mikkel Damsgaard, Kevin Schade, Fábio Carvalho
Substitutes:
- Kim Ji-Soo (Substituted on for Sepp van den Berg, 77’)
- Tony Yogane (Substituted on for Jayden Meghoma, 84’)
- Bryan Mbeumo (Substituted on for Ryan Trevitt, 76’)
- Keane Lewis-Potter (Substituted on for Mikkel Damsgaard, 76’)
- Yunus Konak (Substituted on for Christian Nørgaard, 63’)
Leyton Orient (4-1-4-1 Formation):
- Goalkeeper: Josh Keeley
- Defenders: Jayden Sweeney, Jack Simpson, Brandon Cooper, Tom James
- Midfielders: Lewis Warrington, Jamie Donley, Zech Obiero, Sonny Perkins, Diallang Jaiyesimi
- Forward: Charlie Kelman
Substitutes:
- Daniel Agyei (Substituted on for Jamie Donley, 72’)
- Ethan Galbraith (Substituted on for Diallang Jaiyesimi, 53’)
- Omar Beckles (Substituted on for Zech Obiero, 72’)
- Darren Pratley (Substituted on for Dominic Ball, 71’)
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Match Summary
Brentford vs Leyton Orient First Half
Leyton Orient started brightly and caught Brentford off guard with an early goal in the 11th minute. Brandon Cooper, unmarked in the box, latched onto a cross from Tom James to give the visitors a 1-0 lead. Brentford quickly regained their composure, and Fábio Carvalho equalized just six minutes later, finishing a well-worked move. Brentford continued to dominate, and by the 26th minute, they were ahead when Mikkel Damsgaard scored with a header, assisted by a pinpoint cross from Carvalho. Just before halftime, Christian Nørgaard fired home from outside the box, making it 3-1 at the break.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Second Half
Leyton Orient came out fighting in the second half, but their efforts were hindered when Jack Simpson received a second yellow card in the 69th minute, reducing them to 10 men. Brentford took control of possession and had numerous chances to extend their lead. However, they were denied several times by Leyton Orient goalkeeper Josh Keeley. Despite a spirited performance from the visitors, the score remained 3-1, with Brentford advancing to the next round of the 2024-25 English Carabao Cup.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Stats
| Brentford vs Leyton Orient Stats | Brentford | Leyton Orient |
| Possession (%) | 62.8% | 37.2% |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 3 |
| Total Shots | 15 | 12 |
| Fouls | 7 | 15 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Corners | 9 | 5 |
| Saves | 2 | 5 |
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Timeline
- 11’: Goal! Brandon Cooper scores for Leyton Orient, 0-1.
- 17’: Goal! Fábio Carvalho levels the score for Brentford, 1-1.
- 26’: Goal! Mikkel Damsgaard heads Brentford into the lead, 2-1.
- 45’: Goal! Christian Nørgaard scores from outside the box, 3-1.
- 69’: Red Card for Jack Simpson (Leyton Orient) after receiving a second yellow.
- FT: Brentford 3, Leyton Orient 1.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Key Moments
- Brentford’s swift response to Leyton Orient’s opener, scoring twice in quick succession, shifted the momentum.
- Jack Simpson’s red card diminished Leyton Orient’s chances of a comeback.
- Despite Brentford’s dominance in possession, Leyton Orient’s goalkeeper, Josh Keeley, made crucial saves to keep the score respectable.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Impact on Points Table
With this win, Brentford advanced to the next round of the 2024-25 English Carabao Cup, keeping their cup ambitions alive. Leyton Orient, despite the loss, showed resilience and can take some positives back to their League One campaign.
Brentford vs Leyton Orient Man of the Match
Fábio Carvalho was named Man of the Match for his crucial involvement in two of Brentford’s goals, showcasing his creativity and composure in the final third.
Brentford’s 3-1 victory over Leyton Orient in the 2024-25 English Carabao Cup, Third Round, demonstrated their superiority and depth in the squad. While Leyton Orient started well, Brentford’s quality eventually prevailed, booking their spot in the next round. With standout performances from Fábio Carvalho and Mikkel Damsgaard, Brentford can look forward to further success in the competition. Leyton Orient, despite the defeat, showed they could compete with higher-level opposition, especially in the early stages of the match.
