Bournemouth 2-2 Brentford: Schade double denies Rose first Premier League win

Bournemouth drew 2-2 with Brentford at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, Kevin Schade scoring twice either side of goals from Justin Kluivert and Marcus Tavernier, leaving Marco Rose still searching for his first Premier League victory as head coach.

  • Match: Bournemouth 2-2 Brentford
  • Venue: Vitality Stadium
  • Competition: Premier League
  • Goals: Schade 34', 56'; Kluivert 38', Tavernier 53'
  • Headline: Bournemouth have led in all four PL games this season without winning any
  • At stake: Rose remains without a Premier League win; Brentford stay unbeaten

Bournemouth have now led in all four of their Premier League games this season without winning any, a worrying trend for Rose. Since the start of last season they have dropped more points from winning positions than any other Premier League team. Brentford, meanwhile, remain unbeaten in their opening four league games under Keith Andrews, though they have now dropped points from winning positions in three successive matches.

The Bees also extend their unbeaten league run against Bournemouth to 12 games, having not lost this fixture since August 2014.

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The numbers

  • Goals: Schade (34', 56'), Kluivert (38'), Tavernier (53')
  • Tavernier's season tally: 3 Premier League goals
  • Bournemouth's lead: 1-0, 2-1
  • Brentford's equalisers: 1-1, 2-2
  • Bournemouth's winless run from leading positions: 4 games in 2024/25
  • Brentford's unbeaten start under Andrews: 4 league games
  • Brentford's unbeaten league run vs Bournemouth: 12 games (last defeat August 2014)
  • Petrovic's error: directly led to Brentford's second goal

Why Bournemouth keep surrendering leads

Bournemouth's inability to hold onto leads is becoming a defining flaw under Marco Rose. They took the lead through Kluivert's improvised finish after Evanilson bundled his way into the box, but just three minutes later Dorde Petrovic's lax ball out from the back was seized upon by Schade, who struck again to restore parity. That error was the difference between two dropped points and a first win.

Rose's side have now led in all four Premier League games this season, yet have only two points to show for it. The pattern is not new: since the start of last season they have dropped more points from winning positions than any other top-flight team. Against Newcastle last weekend they surrendered a two-goal lead, and here they were punished for a momentary lapse in concentration from their goalkeeper.

Brentford's resilience under Keith Andrews is equally noteworthy. They have now recovered from losing positions in three successive matches, and remain unbeaten in the league. Schade's double – a header from Yarmoliuk's cross and a gift from Petrovic – keeps their momentum intact.

Talking points

  • Dorde Petrovic's error for Brentford's second goal cost Bournemouth a first win under Rose – should he keep his place?
  • Bournemouth have led in all four league games but won none; is this a tactical issue or a mental block?
  • Brentford remain unbeaten but have now dropped points from winning positions in three straight games – are they too passive?
  • Marco Rose is still without a Premier League win; how long before pressure truly mounts?

What happens next

Bournemouth will look to secure their first league win of the season in their next Premier League fixture, while Brentford aim to extend their unbeaten start under Keith Andrews. Both sides will also monitor the fitness of key players ahead of a busy autumn schedule.

Frequently asked questions

How many Premier League games have Bournemouth led this season without winning?

All four. They have led in each of their opening four Premier League matches without securing a single victory.

Who scored Brentford's goals in the 2-2 draw with Bournemouth?

Kevin Schade scored both Brentford goals, in the 34th and 56th minutes.

Has Brentford lost to Bournemouth recently?

No, Brentford are unbeaten in their last 12 league meetings with Bournemouth, a run stretching back to August 2014.

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