NEWS · 11 Oct 2026
Brentford stay unbeaten as Ajer secures 2-2 draw at Villa
Kristoffer Ajer’s late strike kept Brentford’s perfect start alive, earning a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. The visitors remain winless at home in the Premier League, extending their search for a first victory.
Brentford continued their perfect start to the Premier League season after a 2-2 draw with Aston Villa at Villa Park. The match ended with the Bees holding onto an unbeaten record as they avoided a loss for the third game in a row.
Kristoffer Ajer, who had not scored in the opening fixtures, found the back of the net in the final minutes of the game, turning a Villa advantage into a shared result. His late goal was the decisive moment that kept Brentford’s unbeaten run intact.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, remain winless at home in the Premier League, having failed to secure a victory in their first five home fixtures. The draw has extended the club’s wait for a first home win this season.
Both teams entered the match with high expectations: Brentford looking to build on a strong start and Villa hoping to break their home win drought. The result leaves both sides with lessons to take into their next fixtures.
Brentford will face their next challenge against a top-half opponent, while Villa’s upcoming home game will be crucial for ending their winless streak. The draw leaves both clubs with opportunities to reassess strategies as the season progresses.