Yoane Wissa led Brentford to an exhilarating 3-2 comeback win over AFC Bournemouth at the Gtech Community Stadium, scoring twice to secure a vital three points for the Bees. The Congolese forward’s decisive brace, including a crucial second-half winner, showcased his poise and precision, lifting his side in a fiercely contested Premier League clash.
The match began on a tense note for Brentford, as Bournemouth struck first.
In the 17th minute, Brazilian forward Evanilson capitalized on a defensive lapse to put the visitors ahead, leaving Brentford momentarily on the back foot.
But Wissa, unshaken, responded with a moment of brilliance ten minutes later.
Breaking past Bournemouth’s defense, he skillfully placed the ball beyond the goalkeeper to level the score at 1-1, sending the teams into halftime with everything to play for.
The second half brought renewed intensity, with both sides pressing forward.
Bournemouth regained the lead shortly after the restart through Justin Kluivert, who found space to drive his shot past Brentford’s defense and into the net.
However, Brentford wasted no time in mounting a response, equalizing in the 50th minute as Mikkel Damsgaard took advantage of a well-placed cross to make it 2-2.
Wissa, however, would not let the match slip away.
In the 58th minute, he seized a well-timed pass from Vitaly Janelt and slotted it home, marking his second goal of the night and the game-winner.
His sharp instincts and relentless drive were on full display, securing Brentford’s comeback and sealing a 3-2 triumph over Bournemouth.
The performance was a career highlight for Wissa, who has become increasingly instrumental in Brentford’s attack.
With his clinical finishing and calm under pressure, Wissa continues to prove his value, showing the resilience and skill that make him a rising star in the Premier League.
Brentford fans left the stadium elated, confident in Wissa’s ability to deliver crucial goals when it matters most.
