Igor Thiago scored two more goals on Saturday to move closer to Erling Haaland in the Premier League Golden Boot race, but how long will it be until he bids for his next one?
MORE — Brentford vs Burnley recap, video highlights
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBrentford's red-hot Brazilian striker converted a penalty than cleaned up a loose ball mess in the Burnley box as the Bees bested the Clarets 3-1 on Saturday at the Gtech Community Stadium.
But his joy was somewhat sort-lived as he was forced out of the game late following a leg injury.
Thiago was limping as he left the pitch, and the 24-year-old did go down the tunnel following his removal in the second minute of stoppage time. He was replaced by Keane Lewis-Potter and Brentford fans will be hoping the move was more about precaution as well as the time and state of the game.
Igor Thiago injury update — Keith Andrews reaction as Brentford beat Burnley, lose striker
We'll share Keith Andrews words as soon as he speaks from West London.
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