Brentford vs Arsenal: The Premier League begins 2025 with an exciting London derby as Brentford host Arsenal at the Brentford Community Stadium. Arsenal aim to maintain their impressive league form, while Brentford look to bounce back after recent struggles. This clash promises high-energy football with plenty at stake for both sides.
Head-to-Head
Over the past seven years, Arsenal have dominated this fixture:
- Games Played: 8
- Arsenal Wins: 6
- Brentford Wins: 1
- Draws: 1
Last 5 Meetings
- 09 Mar 2024 – Arsenal 2–1 Brentford (Premier League)
- 25 Nov 2023 – Brentford 0–1 Arsenal (Premier League)
- 28 Sep 2023 – Brentford 0–1 Arsenal (League Cup)
- 11 Feb 2023 – Arsenal 1–1 Brentford (Premier League)
- 18 Sep 2022 – Brentford 0–3 Arsenal (Premier League)
Premier League Standings
| Position | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Last 5 | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Arsenal | 18 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 35:16 | WDDWW | 36 |
| 12 | Brentford | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 32:32 | LWLLD | 24 |
Team News
Brentford:
Brentford’s squad faces injury woes, with key players like Mark Flekken, Ben Mee, Rico Henry, and Ethan Pinnock unavailable. The hosts will rely heavily on Bryan Mbeumo and Mikkel Damsgaard for attacking flair.
Arsenal:
Arsenal are without Bukayo Saka (hamstring) and Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee). Raheem Sterling remains doubtful. Mikel Arteta may opt for Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Leandro Trossard in a rotated attack.
Brentford vs Arsenal Lineups
Brentford (4-2-3-1):
Valdimarsson; Roerslev, Collins, Kim, Lewis-Potter; Janelt, Norgaard; Mbeumo, Damsgaard, Schade; Wissa
Arsenal (4-3-3):
Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Martinelli, Havertz, Trossard
10 Key Facts
- Arsenal have won 6 of the last 8 meetings against Brentford.
- Arsenal remain unbeaten in their last 11 Premier League games.
- Brentford have lost three consecutive matches.
- Arsenal have not lost any of their last five away games.
- Brentford’s home record this season: 7 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss.
- Arsenal’s Kai Havertz has 7 goals this season, while Bryan Mbeumo leads Brentford with 10.
- Arsenal have scored 23% of their goals between the 31-45 minute mark.
- Brentford have conceded a goal in each of their last six matches.
- Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka tops their assists chart with 10 this season.
- Arsenal have scored in 7 of their 9 away matches this season.
Tips
- Arsenal to Win – Given their form, Arsenal are favorites.
- Under 2.5 Goals – Recent fixtures have been low-scoring affairs.
- Both Teams to Score: No – Brentford’s attacking struggles might persist.
- Arsenal to Score in the First Half – They tend to start strong.
Brentford vs Arsenal Prediction
Despite Brentford’s strong home record, Arsenal’s form and quality should give them the edge. Expect a hard-fought game with Arsenal securing a narrow victory.
Predicted Score: Brentford 0–2 Arsenal
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