Brentford v Luton LIVE: Premier League result as Bees hold off Hatters
Brentford 3-1 Luton: The Bees do enough to fight past the Hatters in west London
The 2023/24 Premier League season is under way and you can follow every game and every goal right here with The Independent.
This year sees Manchester City try to defend their crown and claim a historic fourth title in succession. Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering City, who also won the Champions League and FA Cup last season, will have to see off Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and the rest to claim an unprecedented sixth league title in seven years.
Meanwhile Luton Town are making their first appearance in the Premier League, having risen from non-league in an incredible decade of progress. They followed Championship winners Burnley and second-placed Sheffield United in earning promotion to the top flight.
Follow the latest action from the Premier League below.
Brentford vs Luton Town
Somehow, Brentford managed to increase their substantial share of possession over the first 15 minutes of the second half to 81 per cent. Since scoring their second goal, though, they've slightly taken their foot off the gas.
Brentford vs Luton Town
Another set-piece delivery by Mbeumo is hung up to the back post, but Pinnock's attempted header is blocked at close quarters; Luton then clear the ball. They're still hanging on here, looking a million miles from getting themselves back into this game.
Brentford vs Luton Town
Onyeka's driving run through the centre is only ended just outside Luton's area by a rugged block from Mengi. The referee has no problem with the defender's challenge, so play continues.
Brentford vs Luton Town
After Brown concedes a corner, Mbeumo's latest cross into the box almost finds Mee again; then Ghoddos reacts first on the follow-up, striking a bouncing ball well over the crossbar.
Brentford vs Luton Town
Substitution Carlton John Morris Elijah Anuoluwapo Oluwaferanmi Oluwatomi Oluwalana Ayomikulehin Adebayo
Brentford vs Luton Town
MISS! Coming so close to scoring his first Brentford goal, Onyeka profits from a weak clearance to pick up the ball 20 yards from goal, then sends his shot just wide of the target!
Brentford vs Luton Town
Brown covers across to block off a diving header from near the penalty spot by Yarmoliuk, as the home side press on in search of a second goal. Luton are firmly on the back foot now.
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