Brentford manager Keith Andrews has raised questions about a controversial incident involving Liverpool defender Jeremy Jacquet during Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Brentford.
The Premier League encounter on Saturday, October 17, 2026, was filled with drama, controversial decisions and two red cards as Liverpool came from behind to secure all three points.
Brentford initially took the lead through Keane Lewis-Potter, who headed home Igor Thiago’s cross. However, the game changed shortly before half-time when Brentford midfielder Yehor Yarmolyuk was sent off following an incident involving Jacquet.
The referee reviewed the incident on the pitchside monitor before showing Yarmolyuk a red card for his headbutting action towards the Liverpool defender.
Andrews Questions Jacquet’s Role
Speaking after the match, Andrews suggested that Jacquet had been clever in the way he handled the situation.
The Brentford manager said his team needed to take responsibility for its actions but felt the Liverpool defender had played a part in provoking the incident.
Andrews explained that Jacquet appeared to move towards Yarmolyuk rather than focus on the ball.
Despite his criticism, the Brentford boss acknowledged that his midfielder should have handled the situation better.
Liverpool Take Advantage
With Brentford reduced to ten men, Liverpool increased the pressure after the break and eventually turned the game around.
Victor Muñoz scored the equaliser before Alexander Isak netted the winning goal to complete Liverpool’s comeback.
Brentford’s problems continued late in the match when Vitaly Janelt received a second yellow card, leaving the home side with just nine players.
Andrews also expressed frustration over some of the refereeing decisions, particularly Janelt’s second booking, although Liverpool ultimately capitalised on their numerical advantage.
A Controversial Afternoon
The match has generated debate among supporters, with attention focused on the red cards and the role played by the Liverpool defender in the incident involving Yarmolyuk.
While Andrews felt Jacquet had been clever in the situation, he also admitted that his own player needed to learn from the experience.
Liverpool will be pleased with the comeback victory, while Brentford will be left reflecting on how their disciplinary problems affected the outcome.
