Brentford fans and players celebrate their second goal against Arsenal to kick off their first top flight campaign since 1947. Photo: ReutersWhat was once such a normal sight in so many towns and cities up and down the country seemed like a some sort of time warp on Friday as fans clad in their club colours gathered to watch Brentford kick off the Premier League season against Arsenal. Brentford are the 50th team to play in the Premier League since it was formed in 1992. Their illustrious opponents are the team with the longest unbroken presence in the top flight - they've been there since 1919 - but while Brentford are unquestionably on the up, Arsenal are struggling. First time in the top-flight, we're opening the Premier League season, fans can dream we're number one in the Premier League.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 13, 2021 21:56 UTC