Chelsea vs Brentford match details as the Blues’ welcome the Bees at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
What Fans Need To Know Before Chelsea vs Brentford Kickoff?
Chelsea host Brentford at Stamford Bridge on Saturday in a Premier League fixture. With that, Liam Rosenior is set to take charge of his first league game as the Blues’ head coach. Meanwhile, Brentford will be arriving in strong form after an impressive season so far.
Chelsea will be keen to respond after their loss to Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi final first leg. This comes especially with a new head coach in the dugout. Brentford’s confidence and league position make them a serious threat. But, the Blues’ home advantage and the possible return of key players could change the balance. A tight game is expected, with both the teams looking to make the difference in the points table.
Chelsea’s Current Form In Premier League
The West London side come into this match after a difficult midweek defeat to Arsenal. That was a result that exposed some defensive and goalkeeping issues. The pressure is already on Rosenior to bring in good results, especially at home. Chelsea fans will expect a reaction and a strong performance from the home team.
Brentford’s Current Form In Premier League
On the other hand, Brentford are enjoying one of their best top-flight campaigns in England. Many expected the Bees to struggle after major summer changes. But, they sit fifth in the PL points table. They are just two points behind Liverpool in fourth. Even more impressive is the gap between Brentford and the relegation spots. The club is sitting 19 points clear from the danger zone.
Team Updates Ahead Of Chelsea vs Brentford Kickoff
Chelsea remain without Levi Colwill due to an ACL injury, while Romeo Lavia is still ruled out with a thigh issue. Mykhailo Mudryk continues to be unavailable because of his doping ban. Both Liam Delap and Jamie Gittens are unlikely to feature after missing training due to illness.
Though, there is some good news for the Blues. Cole Palmer and Reece James are very likely to return to training after missing the Arsenal game. A late call will be made by the coaching staff on their involvement. Malo Gusto is also being monitored.
Meanwhile, Moises Caicedo returns from suspension. He should start in midfield as usual. In addition, Alejandro Garnacho is pushing for a starting spot. This comes after he scored twice against Arsenal off the bench last time out.
Chelsea vs Brentford promises to be a interesting Premier League clash. This game is filled with different moods, key returns, and plenty at stake for both sides. As the season is moving into a crucial phase, every point becomes very important.
Head To Head Results:
Last 10 Games (All Competitions):
Chelsea Draw Brentford
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Chelsea and Brentford shared an entertaining 2-2 draw in the reverse fixture. That game was played at the Gtech Community Stadium four months ago. That result showed how closely even these sides can be. With that, another competitive contest is expected at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
Where To Watch The Chelsea vs Brentford Match?
The Chelsea vs Brentford match will be available to watch live on official Premier League broadcast partners. The coverage of this game will also be accessible through club platforms. In addition, the live match updates will be streamed on football websites and mobile apps.
Nigeria – DStv Now, Canal+ Sport 3 Afrique, SuperSport Premier League Nigeria, SuperSport MaXimo 1 & 2
China – MiguQ, Q Sports Live
USA – Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, NBC Sports App, nbcsports.com, UNIVERSO NOW, USA Network, UNIVERSO
Kenya – DStv Now, GO TV, SuperSport Premier League ROA, SuperSport MaXimo 1 & 2
UK – Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Go, Sky Sports App
India – JioHotstar, Star Sports Select HD1, Star Sports Select 1
Chelsea Injury And Absentees List:
Player Injury / Reason Expected Return Date
Liam Delap Illness Mid January 2026
Jamie Gittens Illness Mid January 2026
Dario Essugo Thigh Mid January 2026
Romeo Lavia Thigh Mid January 2026
Levi Colwill ACL August 2026
Brentford Injury And Absentees List:
Player Injury / Reason Expected Return Date
Frank Onyeka AFCON Unknown
Fabio Carvalho ACL Unknown
Antoni Milambo ACL Mid August 2026
Josh Dasilva Groin Unknown
Chelsea Suspensions:
Chelsea have no active suspensions for this match, with Moises Caicedo returning after serving his ban. Given that, this gives Rosenior more options in the squad to gather a strong starting eleven.
Brentford Suspensions:
Brentford also head into the game without any suspended players.
Player To Watch From Chelsea
Alejandro Garnacho:
Alejandro Garnacho could be a key player for Chelsea for this game. This comes after his impact off the bench against Arsenal. He scored twice in the second half against the Gunners. His pace and direct style could trouble the Brentford defense.
Player To Watch From Brentford
Igor Thiago:
Igor Thiago is in a great form and will be Brentford’s main attacking threat. Only Erling Haaland has scored more Premier League goals this season than him. Thiago’s recent run of five goals in two games makes him a serious danger to Chelsea’s back line.
Chelsea & Brentford Predicted Lineups
Chelsea:
R. Sanchez, R. James, W. Fofana, T. Chalobah, M. Cucurella, M. Caicedo, E. Fernandez, P. Neto, C. Palmer, A. Garnacho, J. Pedro
Brentford:
C. Kelleher, M. Kayode, K. Ajer, N. Collins, R. Henry, Y. Yarmolyuk, V. Janelt, D. Ouattara, M. Jensen, K. Schade, I. Thiago
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