Overview
- João Pedro struck the opener with a high-quality finish before Cole Palmer converted a second-half penalty.
- The penalty followed Liam Delap forcing a miscontrol from goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.
- Brentford generated more shots and far more touches in the box but failed to score.
- Rosenior said some players competed despite chest complaints and credited their attitude for the clean sheet.
- The win lifted Chelsea above Brentford in the table as the new head coach emphasizes bravery and intensity.