Preview: Chelsea vs Brentford Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The last two outings between these sides have ended in a draw.

Chelsea FC will not be facing Brentford in their matchweek 22 fixture of the 2025-26 Premier League. This is going to be an entertaining game, taking place at Stamford Bridge.

The Blues are coming in after facing a defeat at the hands of Arsenal in their EFL Cup semifinal first-leg contest. They surely tried to stage a comeback, but it was not enough. Chelsea FC are not on their best run of form at the moment and despite being at home, will not be fully confident.

The Bees secured an easy 2-0 win against Sheffield Wednesday in their FA Cup contest. They have performed well in their last three matches and will be looking to continue their positive run of form. Brentford are in fifth place on the English Premier League points table at the moment and a win can surely help them enter the top four.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England 
• Stadium: Stamford Bridge
• Date: Saturday, January 17
• Kick-off Time: 08:30 p.m. IST/ 03:00 p.m. GMT/ 10:00 a.m. ET/ 07:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: John Brooks
• VAR: In use

Form:

Chelsea: D-D-L-W-L

Brentford: W-D-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea)

Alejandro Garnacho is coming in after scoring a sensational brace against the Gunners. It was a top performance by the Argentine, but it was not enough to get Chelsea a win. Even though he has not been in top form this season, the 21-year-old is going to play an important role in the attacking front for the hosts.

Igor Thiago (Brentford)

The 24-year-old is on a top run of form at the moment. In 21 Premier League appearances this season, he has scored 16 goals and has an assist to his name. He has scored five goals in his last matches for Brentford and will be gearing up yet again to help his side on the attacking front. He is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• Chelsea have only won one of their last five matches.
• Brentford have emerged victorious four times in their last five attempts.
• Three of the last five fixtures between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Chelsea vs Brentford: Betting Tips and Odds

• Brentford to win @4/1 BetMGM
• Igor Thiago to score @7/4 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @7/4 BetMGM

Injury and Team News

Levi Colwill is not going to be in action for Chelsea as he is injured. Reece James and Romeo Lavia are not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.

Brentford will miss out on the services of Fabio Carvalho and Joshua Dasilva due to injury. Frank Onyeka is on international duty.

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Head-to-Head

Total matches: 24

Chelsea won: 11

Brentford won: 7

Draws: 6

Predicted Lineups

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Sánchez (GK); Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Neto, Palmer, Garnacho; Delap

Brentford predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Kelleher (GK); Kayode, Ajer, Collins, Henry; Yarmoliuk, Janelt; Ouattara, Jensen, Schade; Thiago

Match Prediction

The hosts are going to be under pressure due to their current form and the Bees will be keen to use it to their advantage. Brentford are likely to come out on top and take down Chelsea FC in their upcoming Premier League clash.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-3 Brentford

Telecast Details

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