Officially: Brentford's appeal rejected and Igor Thiago suspended for three matches

Brentford have suffered a major blow after their appeal against the red card received by striker Igor Thiago was rejected during the match against Brighton.

The decision confirms the continuation of the player's suspension, meaning he will miss his team's next three matches in the Premier League.

Brentford will be without Thiago for their matches against Everton, Manchester United, and Arsenal, in a series of tough fixtures ahead for the team.

The absence of the striker is a blow for Brentford's coaching staff, who will need to find suitable alternatives to compensate for one of their attacking elements in the upcoming period.