Brentford played out a 0-0 draw away at Leeds United on Saturday evening, earning a valuable point as they continue their quest to secure European football for next season.
It was a game in which the home side had the better of the chances, most notably from set-pieces. However, Daniel Farke’s men were unable to find the goal that would have six points clear from the relegation zone.
As for Brentford, this draw sees them move within three points of the top five and a potential Champions League spot. In saying that, some opposition supporters were less than impressed with a questionable tactic employed by manager Keith Andrews in the second half of the game.
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Keith Andrews Criticised Over Caoimhín Kelleher Tactic
With the score at 0-0 in the 70th minute, Leeds made a double substitution as they pushed for a winning goal.
Brentford and Ireland goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher would then immediately go down with an injury, being treated by physios on the pitch. This also saw his teammates go to the sideline to receive tactical advice from Keith Andrews.
The move was even noted by the official Leeds United social media account.
70’ Becoming a common occurrence this season, as Kelleher goes down needing treatment after Leeds make substitutions. Looks like he’ll now be fine to continue after the Brentford players check in with their manager. 0-0 pic.twitter.com/6xjVFuutYT
— Leeds United (@LUFC) March 21, 2026
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This is becoming an increasingly common sight in football, with goalkeepers going down with an apparent injury in order to allow their managers to discuss tactics with outfield players. Unlike their teammates, goalkeepers are not required to leave the field of play after receiving treatment.
While Keith Andrews is far from the first manager to use such a tactic, the Irishman was heavily criticised by Leeds supporters as a result. They even brought up previous comments he made during his time as a pundit in response to the infamous Marcelo Bielsa ‘spygate’ scandal.
Tactical time-outs an increasing problem in football. A few PL clubs do it. Even England have done it. Caoimhin Kelleher may have genuinely been injured – he was able to play on – but Leeds United’s frustration at the disruption was understandable. They were building, had brought… pic.twitter.com/HYK6Wfvoux
— Henry Winter (@henrywinter) March 22, 2026
Here’s Keith Andrews vehemently complaining about Bielsa not acting in the ‘spirit of the game’
That’ll be the same Keith Andrews whose goalkeeper has just gone down ‘injured’ when Leeds United made substitutions so his players could have a team talk…#lufc #LEEBRE https://t.co/IWZkuvYPtt
— Tommo (@LUFC1992_v2) March 21, 2026
Ridiculous that, Brentford’s GK goes down feining injury, the medical staff come on and pat him down pretending to do a job. Meanwhile Brentford regroup for instructions from Keith Andrews. Get a fvcking grip @FA_PGMOL @FA the game is a mess!
— Nick’OS (@NickoSlick_LUFC) March 21, 2026
Brentford under pressure, GK goes down so Keith Andrews can give a team talk…
When will the PL get a grip on this cheating?
— Tomo (@twill_94) March 21, 2026
Keith Andrews is a manager who clearly attempts to gain an edge whenever possible, something that was the case once again in last night’s game.
The trend of goalkeepers and other players feigning injury is something that FIFA are keen to cut down on, with new regulations set to be introduced at this summer’s World Cup in a bid to stamp out the issue.
The new rule will see players be required to leave the pitch for a minute after receiving treatment, something that should lead to less faked injuries moving forward.
Those rules will not be in place for the remainder of the Premier League campaign, meaning sights such as last night’s at Leeds United are set to continue over the coming weeks.
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