Brentford substitute Fabio Carvalho struck a dramatic 93rd-minute equaliser to deny Chelsea victory in a pulsating London derby.
It was a blow for Chelsea, who had appeared on course for all three points after substitutes. Cole Palmer, levelled with a crisp first-time volley, before new signing Alejandro Garnacho teed up Moisés Caicedo to fire the visitors ahead in the 85th minute.
Brentford had deservedly led at half-time with Schade breaking the deadlock in the 35th minutes after a swift counter-attack.
Chelsea’s manager, Enzo Maresca, rested several regulars perhaps for the club’s Champions League encounter next midweek.
Bur, after the break, Chelsea increased the pressure, bringing in Reece James, Marc Cucurella and Tyrique George in place of debutant Facundo Buonanotte, fellow new arrival Jorrel Hato, and Wesley Fofana, who was making his first start following a lengthy injury layoff. Palmer’s introduction for winger Jamie Gittens early in the second half underlined the shift in approach.
The late twist leaves Brentford 12th in the table, while Chelsea are fifth after four games. They can now focus on their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich next midweek.
