Brentford is getting used to making rapid starts to English Premier League games. Bryan Mbeumo volleyed home after 37 seconds to give Brentford a 1-0 lead against West Ham and ensure his team became the first in Premier League history to score in the opening minute in three consecutive games.

Brentford scored in the first minute for the third game in a row - but it was no accident, the moves are planned and perfectly executed.

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