Match Overview
Brentford will host Tottenham Hotspur at the Gtech Community Stadium, eager to build on their recent win over Crystal Palace. With Tottenham having lost five of their last six Premier League matches, the game promises to be a tough challenge for the visitors. However, after picking up a win against Elfsborg in the UEFA Europa League earlier this week, Spurs will be looking to turn their fortunes around and secure much-needed points. With Tottenham now struggling in the league—currently 15th and slipping further—every point is crucial to avoid the relegation battle.
Brentford, on the other hand, are keen to capitalize on their home advantage. Although they have managed just one win in the last six meetings against Spurs, the Bees are determined to change that record. Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, and this contest will be a test of resilience and tactical discipline.
Team News & Tactics
Brentford
Brentford are facing a number of injury issues ahead of the game. The Bees will be without Joshua Dasilva (knee), Gustavo Nunes (back), Rico Henry (knee), Aaron Hickey (thigh), Igor Thiago (knee), and Ethan Pinnock (thigh). Michael Kayode is still waiting for international clearance. Despite these setbacks, Brentford are set to line up in a 4-3-3 formation with Mark Flekken guarding the goal.
- Defence: Sepp van den Berg and Keane Lewis-Potter will start as full-backs. Nathan Collins and Ben Mee will form the centre-back pairing.
- Midfield: Vitaly Janelt will partner with Christian Norgaard and Mikkel Damsgaard to control the midfield. Janelt and Norgaard will help out defensively while Damsgaard adds creativity.
- Attack: Up front, Kevin Schade will lead the line, flanked by Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa.
Probable Brentford Lineup (4-3-3):
Flekken; van den Berg, Collins, Mee, Lewis-Potter; Janelt, Norgaard, Damsgaard; Mbeumo, Schade, Wissa
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham have also been hit by injuries and fitness issues. Cristian Romero is unlikely to play due to a lack of match fitness, while Destiny Udogie and Wilson Odobert are sidelined with hamstring injuries. Guglielmo Vicario is still recovering from ankle surgery. Additionally, Dominic Solanke (knee), Radu Dragusin (knee), Rodrigo Bentancur (head), James Maddison (calf), Timo Werner (thigh), and Brennan Johnson (calf) are all out of action.
Despite these challenges, Spurs are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation with Antonin Kinsky in goal.
- Defence: Pedro Porro and Ben Davies will start as full-backs, while Archie Gray and Micky van de Ven will form the central defence.
- Midfield: Pape Matar Sarr and Yves Bissouma will work in the middle, with Rodrigo Bentancur adding drive.
- Attack: On the wings, Dejan Kulusevski will start on the right and is expected to create key chances, while Son Heung-min leads the line with Richarlison on the left.
Probable Tottenham Lineup (4-3-3):
Kinsky; Porro, Gray, Van de Ven, Davies; Sarr, Bissouma, Bentancur; Kulusevski, Son, Richarlison
Key Stats
- Brentford have drawn their last four home matches against Tottenham in all competitions.
- A total of 21 goals have been scored in the last six meetings between these two sides.
- Tottenham have lost five of their last six Premier League matches.
- Brentford have picked up two wins from the last six league matches.
- Spurs have lost 21 points from winning positions this season—more than any other side before the latest round of matches.
Player to Watch
Dejan Kulusevski
The Swedish international is the key player for Tottenham. With Spurs overly dependent on his creativity and goal-scoring ability, Kulusevski will need to step up and create chances in the final third. His performance could be crucial in turning around Tottenham’s recent poor form and helping them secure valuable points.
Brentford vs Tottenham Prediction
Brentford are expected to play a disciplined game at home, while Tottenham will be desperate for a win to halt their slide down the table. With both sides showing mixed form, we predict a hard-fought encounter that could end in a draw:
Brentford 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
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