Bournemouth’s supporters succeeded in sucking the ball into their goal as a lightning counter-attack gave Jonathan Woodgate’s side an advantage in the race to the Premier League.
Arnaut Danjuma scored from a second-half breakaway to secure a first-leg victory, with the second leg to take place in front of Brentford fans on Saturday.
The hosts, in front of 2,300 fans at the cosy Vitality Stadium, created the better chances throughout and earned a crucial clean sheet against the Championship’s top scorers.
Arnaut Danjuma's second half strike proved to be the difference between the two teams
The job is half done for Woodgate as Bournemouth aim to reach the play-off final.