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Analysis: Thiago re-discovers scoring touch against Forest

Igor Thiago scored for the second time in three days in Brentford's win over Nottingham Forest…

By Jonty Colman · BBC Sport

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 6:07 PM

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Igor Thiago helped seal Brentford's victory against Nottingham Forest after rediscovering his scoring form.
The Brazilian forward has now scored two goals in three days, taking his season tally to four in 12 appearances.
Thiago previously scored 22 Premier League goals last season, finishing behind only Erling Haaland.

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Igor Thiago scored for Brentford to help secure a victory over Nottingham Forest, continuing a recent resurgence in front of goal. The Brazilian forward, who scored 22 Premier League goals last season, had previously endured a slow start to the campaign with only two goals in his first 10 matches across all competitions.

Thiago's goal against Forest marked his second in three days, following another EFL Cup strike on Wednesday against Sunderland. The forward noted after the match that the goal was a massive relief after enduring a difficult stretch since his World Cup appearance with Brazil.

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Analysis: Thiago re-discovers scoring touch against Forest

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