Brentford and Leeds United Draw 1-1 in Premier League Clash
Brentford and Leeds United played out a 1-1 draw at the Gtech Community Stadium on 14 December 2025. Jordan Henderson opened the scoring with a deflected goal off Jaka Bijol, marking his first goal in English football since December 2021, assisted by Rico Henry. Dominic Calvert-Lewin equalised for Leeds in the second half from a cross by Wilfried Gnonto.
The match was characterized by set-pieces and long-throw tactics, with Brentford's aerial style and long throw-ins playing a prominent role. A Brentford penalty was initially awarded but later disallowed by Stockley Park. Additionally, Dango Ouattara was ruled offside after a challenge involving Gabriel Gudmundsson.
In the first half, Lucas Perri made a notable save from Keane Lewis-Potter, with the period ending without goals. Leeds introduced Gnonto and Brenden Aaronson in the second half, while Brentford brought on Mikkel Damsgaard. Rico Henry was influential in setting up the late equaliser.
Following this result, Brentford remain four points ahead of Leeds in the league standings, with both clubs aiming for positive results in the upcoming festive fixtures to avoid relegation danger.
