Brentford travel to the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, facing a daunting task against the league leaders.
The Bees have struggled on the road this season. In fact, they have lost five of their six away league matches. However, they arrive in high spirits after a dramatic late victory over Burnley last weekend. Manager Keith Andrews will need his side to be at their disciplined best today.
Worryingly, Brentford conceded 10 goals in their opening five league games. This marked their worst defensive start in over two decades. Despite this, striker Igor Thiago gives them a genuine goal threat. The Brazilian reached double figures for the season in record time and will be the main danger man.
Brentford team news
Brentford manager Keith Andrews is expected to name a largely unchanged starting lineup for the trip to the Emirates. He will keep faith with the side that secured a victory over Burnley.
While the Bees are unable to call upon Reiss Nelson (who is ineligible to face his parent club), this will not disrupt the manager’s primary plans. The winger has found himself down the pecking order this season. Therefore, his absence merely reduces the attacking options from the bench rather than forcing a reshuffle.
Instead, Andrews will continue with his preferred attacking trident. The prolific Igor Thiago leads the line, supported by the pace of Kevin Schade and Dango Ouattara on the flanks. In midfield, the experienced Jordan Henderson is set to partner the energetic Yehor Yarmoliuk to combat Arsenal’s possession game. Defensively, Rico Henry should retain his place at left-back as he continues to build match fitness. Meanwhile, the versatile Kristoffer Ajer will anchor the backline.
Brentford predicted Lineup
Brentford predicted XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Ajer; Yarmoliuk, Henderson, Damsgaard; Ouattara, Thiago, Schade
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow, Wednesday, 3 December 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:30 pm GMT.
How to watch Brentford vs Arsenal?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on Amazon Prime Video. Coverage starts at 7:00 pm GMT.
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