Brentford Right to Hold Firm on Wissa as Newcastle Circle
As Brentford supporters, we’ve become used to the transfer window circus this summer, but the latest round of speculation surrounding Yoane Wissa underlines why our club must remain resolute. Newcastle’s improved £40 million bid, rejected on Wednesday, is a...
From Forshaw to Wissa: How Brentford Learned to Stand Firm
Billy “TheBee” Grant compares Adam Forshaw’s 2014 Brentford exit with Yoane Wissa’s 2025 standoff. Same story, a player refusing to play a decade apart but this time, the stakes are so much higher. Then it was Wigan’s lowball bids. Now it’s £40m Premier League...
Bees Breakdown’s Tactical Breakdown – Forest 3 Brentford 1
Beesotted contributor Jacob ‘The Gowler’ Gowler (@BeesBreakdown) is back for the start of the new season to give us the tactical and statistical lowdown of Brentford’s loss against Nottingham Forest Keith Andrews first Premier League starting XI saw some slight...
New Premier League Season Podcast Special
As the buzz of the new Premier League season continued to build, the Beesotted crew were right in the thick of it at the Talksport Live Fan Debate. Billy 'The Bee' Grant and Dave 'Laney' Lane caught up with Talksport’s very own Darren Bent and Jason Cundy,...
Wissa Again to Wissa Never Again in Weeks
Beesotted contributor, Jim Levack, shares his thoughts on the latest twist in the Yoane Wissa dispute.. on a day it has been reported the former Brentford favourite has deleted all references to Brentford Football Club on his Instagram account! Football’s a funny old...
Brentford Fans Not to Blame for Silence Disruption at The City Ground
Sunday’s pre-match silence at The City Ground was a poignant moment, held in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who both tragically lost their lives last month. Brentford supporters stood quietly in reflection, just as Forest fans did, with...
Soft, Slow, and Second Best – Brentford Must Wake Up Fast
The Keith Andrews era at Brentford couldn’t have got off to a much worse start. A 3-1 defeat at Nottingham Forest told its own story, and while Andrews admitted it was “a really disappointing first half and a really disappointing result,” the display was as concerning...
Ouattara Arrives: Brentford Break Transfer Record
Brentford have started the season with a big statement, completing the signing of Dango Ouattara from Bournemouth for a club-record £42 million, rising with add-ons. It’s the highest fee the Bees have ever paid for a player, comfortably surpassing previous...
Makeshift Bees Take On Tricky Trees In Season Opener Podcast
Football is back. And Brentford, according to opposition fans and the media, are all over the place. Fifth in line for relegation according to the bookies. Nearly 50% of bets placed by punters on the next relegated team are going on Brentford. Our model has got a lot...
The First Season in Living Memory That Bees Fans Have Almost No Idea How It’s Going to Turn Out for Brentford?
Being a Brentford fan is never dull, but this season feels different. Not different like “we’ve signed three proven world-classers and are ready to challenge for the title” different, nor like “we’re staring down the barrel” different. Just… different. It’s...
Kelvin MacKenzie Outraged New Season Ticket Rules Apply To Him
From the start of the 2025/26 season, Brentford FC announced they will scrap physical season tickets and go fully digital, a full year ahead of the Premier League’s 2026/27 deadline. This isn’t just a club decision; it’s a league-wide directive, and Brentford...
Wissa Situation Becoming An Urgent Problem
As Brentford edge towards the first Premier League fixture of the new season, away at Nottingham Forest next Sunday, one truth looms large at the Gtech: we’ve got a 19-goal top-flight striker on the books… and yet, thanks to Yoane Wissa’s standoff, we can’t pick him....
Are Brentford Ready For The New Premier League Season?
The latest edition of the Beesotted Pride of West London podcast drops after Brentford wrapped up their preseason with an entertaining 2-2 draw against Bundesliga side Borussia Mönchengladbach. Goals from Fabio Carvalho and Mikkel Damsgaard gave Bees fans...
West London Derby Friendly Win: QPR 0 Brentford 1
Brentford edged the West London derby friendly at Loftus Road thanks to a swift early strike from newly appointed captain Nathan Collins who converted a second‑minute header from a Michael Kayode cross, and that proved decisive in the 1–0 win. After the opener,...
Will Brentford Land Hutchinson In Record‑Breaking Bid?
With all that’s been going on at the club this summer, Bees fans are anxious to see what the next chapter holds in the transfer market, ideally with links to players coming in, rather than leaving. And right now, Ipswich Town’s Omari Hutchinson could be on the radar...
Wissa’s Standoff – Petulance, Paydays, and the Perils of Player Power
News broke yesterday that Yoane Wissa did not train with his teammates despite being present at the club’s training ground. The DRC forward, who returned alongside the rest of the squad, reportedly left before the session began. Although the club itself has not...
Wissa to Newcastle, Saudi… or Sent to Coventry?
With the new season rapidly approaching, there’s no shortage of drama in the world of Brentford FC – and the Beesotted Pride of West London podcast crew is back to break it all down. In this week’s episode, Dave ‘Laney’ Lane, Lewis ‘Sherlock’ Holmes, and Gary...
A Tribute to Mark Lazarus
It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former Brentford winger Mark Lazarus – a truly vibrant character both on and off the pitch. Known for his pace, flair and infectious charisma, Mark brought colour and energy to every team he played for....
Brentford and Yoane Wissa: Setting the Record Straight
A recent article by a Daily Mail journalist claims that Brentford promised Yoane Wissa a move this summer. Let’s be absolutely clear – this is not true. If you’re a regular listener to the Pride of West London podcast, you’ll know we’ve consistently said: it...
Nottingham Forest Away Rallying Call
After a tumultuous summer for Brentford, all eyes are now on the Premier League curtain-raiser away at Nottingham Forest on Saturday, August 17. It’s more than just the first game of the season – it’s a vital opportunity for fans to show backing for a squad that will...
When Bronze Just Isn’t Gold Enough… Or Is It Golden Brown?
Beesotted contributor, Nemone Sariman, shares her thoughts on Brentford's new 'Golden Brown, Texture's Like Nylon' away kit. Where were you when you first heard the news? No, not JFK. Not Princess Diana. Not even Thomas Frank leaving. I’m talking about the...
Solid Start for Andrews as Bees Draw in Portugal
Keith Andrews’ reign as Brentford head coach began with a positive showing on Friday night, as the Bees drew 1-1 with Primeira Liga side Gil Vicente in northern Portugal. A decent number of Bees fans made the trip to Barcelos, adding a splash of red and white...
Wissa’s Misfire – His Defence Is Tenuous
Yoane Wissa’s departure from Brentford’s training camp in Portugal seems to have understandably angered many fans. In a week that should have been about squad unity under a new head coach, the striker has jetted off just as pre-season chemistry was forming. The...
Manchester United’s Fury At Brentford Over Mbeumo Deal Dramas
Bryan Mbeumo is gone. Sixty-five million pounds, potentially rising to seventy-one. And the club that got him, Manchester United, isn’t just delighted with their shiny new winger – they’re apparently furious with us. Proper tantrum stuff. Several papers are...
Henderson: The Inside Track From Ajax
This episode takes a closer look at one of the more intriguing summer signings for Brentford: Jordan Henderson. The former Liverpool captain and England international has signed a two-year deal with the Bees after terminating his contract with Dutch giants Ajax....
Will Brentford Cash In on Wissa, Even After Saying They Wouldn’t?
Brentford have reportedly tried to open contract talks with Yoane Wissa, hoping to keep our 19-goal forward at the Gtech. But with Bryan Mbeumo’s move to Manchester United confirmed yesterday, is the situation shifting more quickly than the club had envisaged? And...
Brentford Finally Agree £71m Mbeumo Deal With Manchester United
Finally, it’s done and dusted. After weeks of frustrating back‑and‑forth, low bids and awkward silence, Bryan Mbeumo’s move to Manchester United is finally over the line. As Bees fans, we’ve watched on with a perplexed expression while the transfer saga stretched on…...
Brentford’s Big Summer: Henderson Unveiled & Benham’s Share Sale
Billy ‘The Bee’ Grant and Dave ‘Laney’ Lane are back behind the mic with another packed episode — joined by Neil from The Anfield Wrap and Dutch journalist Tom from Viaplay — the team unpack the headline-grabbing arrival of Jordan Henderson at Brentford. What can Bees...
Benham Sells Minority Stake In Brentford’s Holding Company
There’s certainly never a dull moment for Bees fans this summer… first the departure of Thomas Frank to Tottenham, plus the ‘who’s gonna be the new gaffer’ drama… next up was the Christian Norgaard transfer to Arsenal mixed in with seemingly nonstop Mbeumo-Wisa...
Henderson: “Still Got A Lot To Give”
Jordan Henderson’s arrival at Brentford has generated a real sense of intrigue - for a club that has a clear policy of youth and a proud track record developing emerging talent in recent years, signing a 34-year-old former Liverpool captain with over a decade of...
Does Kevin Schade Deserve a £50m+ Valuation Too?
The summer transfer window has already seen a string of high-profile sales that we should pay attention to, with clubs paying top dollar for attacking talent. Mohammed Kudus, Anthony Elanga, and most recently Noni Madueke have all secured moves for fees in excess of...
The Henderson Deal – A Stopgap, a Statement, or Something in Between?
Well, that escalated quickly. Losing Christian Nørgaard to Arsenal certainly felt like the end of an era for Brentford fans – one of the last remaining leaders from the squad that brought us up and kept us steady in the Premier League. Christian was Mr Reliable. Sure,...
Brentford Filling The Norgaard Void With Jordan Henderson?
Well, that escalated quickly. Losing Christian Nørgaard to Arsenal certainly felt like the end of an era for Brentford fans – one of the last remaining leaders from the squad that brought us up and kept us steady in the Premier League. Christian wasn’t flashy, but he...
Frustration As Manchester United Drag Heels Over Bryan Mbeumo Deal
I think we are at the stage now, as Brentford fans, of getting bored and insulted of Manchester United’s hesitation over meeting Brentford’s valuation for Bryan Mbeumo. It isn’t just frustrating—it feels like they’re questioning his value, not ours, which is a deep...
Blind Faith or A Panicking X? Why Brentford Fans Are Squabbling.
Brentford fans have seen many things. Carlisle Wembley defeats. Springfield Park Wigan on a Friday night. Big local derbies against, erm, Aldershot. Losing to Barrow and thinking, “maybe a draw would’ve been a fair result.” So you’d think, now that the club is riding...
Keith Andrews’ First Words Don’t Break The Mould
As a Brentford fan, it’s hard not to draw comparisons between our new head coach Keith Andrews and the man he succeeds — Thomas Frank. In his first press conference yesterday, Andrews struck a tone that felt instantly familiar: calm, intelligent, and above all,...
Pochettino To Brentford? Surely That Was Never A Thing!
The Mauricio Pochettino-to-Brentford rumour mill was spinning fast over the weekend, sparked by an article from Irish sports website The42 that reported the Bees had interviewed the former Chelsea and Spurs manager. But, in reality, the idea of Pochettino taking over...
Nørgaard Departure To Arsenal Will Signal End Of An Era
The potential departure of talismanic captain, and all round nice guy, Christian Nørgaard marks the end of an era for Brentford. Coming so soon after the exit of long-serving head coach Thomas Frank, Nørgaard’s likely move – reportedly to Champions League contenders...
Emotion, Analysis & Strategic Continuity at Brentford
The appointment of Keith Andrews as Brentford’s new head coach has drawn a mixed response from supporters. Many Bees fans were left uncertain and nervous following the announcement—questioning the decision to hand the reins to someone with no top-flight managerial...
What’s Next for Brentford? The Thomas Frank Therapy Edition Podcast
With Thomas Frank having now left Brentford, a wave of emotion has swept through the fanbase. His departure marks the end of an era that saw the Bees rise to the Premier League and earn respect across English football for their style, spirit, and smart recruitment....
The Fans Are The Club…. We Will Survive And Thrive
The Rev Peter Crumpler shares his thoughts on the departure of Thomas Frank. “To everything there is a (football) season and a time for every purpose under Heaven.” I’m keeping those words from the Bible’s Old Testament – recreated by The Byrds in the 1960s’ music...
Thomas To Tottenham: Now I Gotta Turn My Back On You
Beesotted contributor Lewis 'Sherlock' Holmes shares his coping strategies for the imminent departure of Thomas Frank. How many Brentford fans does it take to change a lightbulb? Change?! What do you mean change?! That right there is one of my favourite jokes. It’s...
Thomas Frank’s Departure… A Threat Or An Opportunity?
Long-time Beesotted contributor and life-ling Brentford fan, Jim Levack, shares his thoughts on Thomas Frank's decision to leave Brentford. More than a decade ago and five or six months after Uwe Rosler first took the reins at Brentford, there were rumblings of...
Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur Departure Emergency Podcast
With Thomas Frank’s departure to Tottenham Hotspur all but confirmed, Billy "The Bee" Grant and Dave "Laney" Laney convened in the Beesotted Emergency Bunker to dissect the head coach situation at Brentford Football Club. The press has been in overdrive the past few...
Who Fits Spurs Better: Thomas Frank or Marco Silva? A Brentford Fan’s Perspective
With Ange Postecoglou out of the door at Tottenham, the managerial merry-go-round begins again. And two names keep surfacing—Thomas Frank and Marco Silva. As a Brentford fan, the very idea of Thomas Frank leaving our club stings. But if Spurs are truly weighing up...
Bees Breakdown’s 2024-2025 Season Review
Beesotted contributor Jacob ‘The Gowler’ Gowler (@BeesBreakdown) gives us the tactical and statistical lowdown of Brentford’s 2024-2025 season. Think back to Brentford’s first season in the Premier League. Remember Thomas Frank’s tactics with that newly promoted...
Thomas Frank’s Dilemma: Brentford Are Worth Staying For
As a Brentford fan, the idea of Thomas Frank leaving to join Tottenham following Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal is deeply unsettling. It’s not just a managerial change; it would feel like the end of an era—one that transformed Brentford from a Championship side with big...
Finders Keepers And Bryan’s Almost Inevitable Transfer To Manchester United
Beesotted contributor Nemone Sariman shares her thoughts on the departure of Mark Flekken as well as making a chilling confession about her father. My dad was a Queens Park Rangers fan. Now, please hear me out. When I was little, he never took me to a single game...
When Goodbye Can Be The Hardest Word
Rev Peter Crumpler is a life-long Brentford FC supporter, and a Church of England minister in St St Albans, Herts. As a lifelong Bees fan, I’m seldom – really seldom – envious of the supporters of other clubs. But I couldn’t help having some pangs of regret when I saw...
Bees Breakdown’s Tactical Breakdown – Brentford 2 Fulham 3
Beesotted contributor Jacob ‘The Gowler’ Gowler (@BeesBreakdown) gives us the tactical and statistical lowdown of Brentford’s loss against Fulham. No changes for Thomas Frank’s starting XI to face Fulham. Yarmoliuk and Kayode already making their cases for permanent...