Super Eagles striker Samuel Chukwueze officially completed his transfer to Fulham from AC Milan on September 1, which was transfer deadline day. Despite his arrival, Chukwueze was notably absent from the Cottagers' matchday squad for their subsequent game against Leeds United, which Fulham won 1-0. Coach Marco Silva, when questioned about this decision, explained that the Super Eagles star had only trained once with his new teammates and was yet to fully adjust to the team dynamics. Over the following days, Chukwueze continued training with his Fulham squad, leading to anticipation that he might at least make the bench for their home fixture against Brentford on Saturday. However, Silva remained non-committal regarding Chukwueze's inclusion, stating, “It's up to me to decide who's going to be the best players to be in contention for the game & if Chukwueze is going to be there or not, we have to wait for tomorrow.” This coy response aligns with typical managerial discretion, suggesting Chukwueze would likely need to start from the bench if selected. The 26-year-old winger faces stiff competition from other players like Kevin, Adama Traore, and Kusi Asare Jonah, and will need to impress quickly to secure a regular spot, especially given Silva's expressed desire for wingers who can stretch opponents' defenses.

Meanwhile, Fulham entered their fifth Premier League game of the season against Brentford with confidence, having secured a 1-0 victory over Leeds United in their previous outing. Coach Marco Silva named an unchanged starting line-up for the clash. Alex Iwobi, despite prior injury rumors, retained his spot in midfield, and Calvin Bassey held his position in defense. Brentford, on the other hand, made significant changes, with head coach Keith Andrews bringing in 10 new players from the side that defeated Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup, leaving Frank Onyeka on the bench.

The match began with a setback for the hosts as Brentford capitalized on a defensive error. King's attempted pass was intercepted by Mikkel Damsgaard, who skillfully fired the ball hard and low past Bernd Leno, giving Brentford an early lead. However, Fulham quickly regrouped. Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi equalized by smashing home a loose ball inside the box. Shortly before halftime, Iwobi further showcased his impact by providing a delightful pass for Harry Wilson, who scored with a first-time effort past Caoimhín Kelleher, putting Fulham ahead.

In the second half, Fulham solidified their lead, effectively quashing any hopes of a Brentford comeback. An own goal from Ethan Pinnock extended Fulham's advantage to two goals. The home team maintained control for the remainder of the game, preventing the visitors from scoring again. The match concluded with a convincing 3-1 demolition of Brentford, securing back-to-back wins for Fulham and propelling them to 7th position on the Premier League table.

While Fulham celebrated a strong team performance and a crucial victory, Samuel Chukwueze's integration into the squad remains a key point of interest. The contributions from players like Alex Iwobi underscore the competitive environment at Craven Cottage. Chukwueze will undoubtedly be looking to secure his debut and demonstrate his capabilities to fulfill Coach Silva's expectations for dynamic wing play, aiming to carve out his place amongst the established and emerging talent.