“I’m delighted because Crystal Palace for whatever reason has always been difficult”: Brentford Manager

Only hours after revealing Ivan Toney may have played his final game for Brentford, manager Thomas Frank hailed the impact of his front three for their role in Brentford’s first win over Crystal Palace in eight attempts.

Mbeumo and Wissa, who scored 21 goals Premier League goals between them last season, were both on the scoresheet and a constant threat on the break against Palace’s defensive line, with Mbeumo’s goal particularly impressive after a fine solo run.

He told Sky Sports: “I’m delighted, it’s remarkable the feeling after you win, of course never too high or to low no matter what happens.

“Part of the reason we are so happy is it is the opening game of the new season, so it is always nice to make a good start, it it is only one game out of 38!

“And Crystal Palace, for whatever reason, have always been difficult to beat and especially under Oliver Glasner, where they have been even harder to beat. They are very difficult to play against.

“It was a very even game we just edged because we really worked hard in the moments when we had to be together and I felt the front three made the difference today.”