Brentford manager Keith Andrews, speaking to BBC Match of the Day: “We are disappointed, but equally we need to understand why, I suppose. We created some opportunities and I felt like we could’ve had more if we had been a little more clinical and our decision-making a bit sharper. Second half I wanted us to be front-foot, and we couldn’t get control of the game in the second half like in the first. We didn’t do the basics as well and ultimately, we’re frustrated with that.”
On Wolves playing well: “That’s for them to discuss. I think where Wolves are it’s pretty obvious they’ve upped their game. I think some of the players need to have a good look in the mirror as to why they found themselves where they are. There is a lot of talent in that squad. They can cause you serious problems. That’s for Rob and other people to discuss.
On the backpass: “I think there is enough officials in and around the pitch to identify whether it is a backpass or not. The fact I’m getting asked about it in every interview would suggest that most people would think it was a backpass.”
On it not being seen as a reason for losing: “I’m not making an excuse at all, I’m giving my comment on the incident which made it 2-1 and a very different game going into half-time.”
On their attacking threats in the first half: “We’ve got lots of different strengths to the way we can play the game. Thiago has had a big day. He has been called up for Brazil, which is huge for him. We want to be unpredictable and cause the opposition problems in any way we can. We did that on a good few occasions, in particular the first half.”
On what the messaging will be going forwards: “I think it’s really simple. If we produce a second half performance again, we will struggle. If we produce first-half performances of that level, then we will have a good end to the season.”
Did you know?
- Brentford failed to win a Premier League game after going 2+ goals ahead for the first time in 37 games, last dropping points from such a position in December 2022 against Tottenham (2-2).
