Brentford 1-1 Arsenal: Gunners drop points in Premier League draw at Gtech

Mikel Arteta was unable to guide Arsenal to cart maximum points in the top flight match against Brentford on Thursday night.

The Premier League 2025/26 game at Gtech Community Stadium, saw toppers, Arsenal, drop more points as the clash ended 1-1 against Brentford on Thursday 12 February, 2026.

Arsenal failed to reclaim their six-point lead at the top of the Premier League standings after being held by the Bees on the road.

After watching Manchester City, who are trailing the Gunners for the Premier League title, dismantle Alex Iwobi’s Fulham by a whopping three (3) goals to zero (0), Arsenal’s lead was shortened to just three (3) points, however, the visitors managed to elevate that by one point in a match that proved very difficult on Thursday night in West London.

Brentford ensured Arsenal recorded no shot on target in the first 45 minutes despite Brazilian forward, Gabriel Martinelli, going close from a corner early.

But, the home side recorded the best chance of the half as Brazilian striker, Igor Thiago’s header from twelve (12) yards was finely kept out by Gunners goalkeeper, David Raya.

Martin Odegaard was brought on to replace former Crystal Palace player, Eberechi Eze, who played below expectation for the visitors, and the Norwegian midfielder ensure to bring the difference that Arsenal needed; and eventually, Arteta’s side went in front through Noni Madueke in the 61st minute.

Madueke headed Piero Hincapie’s stunning cross into the far corner; however, after falling behind on home soil, the Bees were not discouraged but got infuriated, and Keane Lewis-Potter’s header from a corner which should have equalized for the hosts went wide.

And when Viktor Gyökeres should have made it two for Arsenal, Italian defender, Michael Olabode Kayode’s beautiful tackle made sure the Swedish striker did not find the back of the net.

In the 71st minute, Brentford levelled through Lewis-Potter after Sepp van den Berg had provided, and the Bees went close to netting the second; defender, Gabriel, avoided a second yellow card after fouling on Dango Outtarra. The resulting free-kick was tipped over by goalie, Raya.

Both sides were unable to find the winner. The outcome strengthened Brentford’s hopes for Europe next season, while, it dented Arsenal’s title hopes.

What Next for Brentford and Arsenal?

With this outcome, Arsenal remain at the top of the Premier League 2025/26 table after accumulating fifty-seven (57) points, trailed by Manchester City, who have fifty-three (53) points, while, Brentford are seventh with forty (40) points, all after twenty-six (26) games.

Arsenal will play against League One side, Wigan Athletic, in the FA Cup 2025/26 Fourth Round match at Emirates Stadium on Sunday 15 February, 2026 at 17:30 (WAT).

Brentford will face National League North side, Macclesfield, in the FA Cup 2025/26 Fourth Round match at Moss Rose Ground on Monday 16 February, 2026 at 20:30 (WAT).

Results

Manchester City cruised past Fulham 3-0 at Etihad Stadium on Wednesday 11 February, 2026 to reduce the gap with Arsenal at the top of the table.

Photo: Keane Lewis-Potter celebrates after levelling for Brentford in the Premier League match against Arsenal at Gtech on Thursday night | X/Brentford FC