An intriguing London derby awaits at the Gtech Community Stadium on Thursday night as Brentford play host to Arsenal. The Bees are in seventh place at the time of writing and have lofty ambitions of qualifying for Europe for next season, while the Gunners are aware that anything other than a win could allow their closest title challengers Manchester City to close the gap on them at the top of the table.
Both teams secured impressive wins last time out, as Brentford beat Newcastle 3-2 at St. James' Park, while Arsenal made light work of an impressive Sunderland side 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium. Nonetheless, three points would feel huge for both teams here.
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Brentford vs Arsenal prediction: Gunners to clinch vital victory?
Key stats
- Brentford have only won once in their last three home games (D1, L1).
- Arsenal are on a four-match winning streak in all competitions.
- Arsenal have also won on each of their last four visits to Brentford.
Correct score prediction: Brentford 0-2 Arsenal
This is a tough game on paper for Arsenal, but one on current form we think that they will overcome. The Gunners also have a great record at Brentford's ground in recent years, which could give them a psychological advantage here.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Arsenal favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
- AWAY: 7/10 (1.70) – 58.8%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, Arsenal have been installed as the favourites with bookmakers to claim all three points on their travels. A draw can still be backed at just over 26%, while a Brentford win is rated at just under 21%.
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Most recent H2Hs: Arsenal aiming for fifth successive away victory
As mentioned before, Arsenal have done well in recent trips to Brentford, winning on each of their last four visits across all competitions. The Gunners are also unbeaten in the previous eight H2Hs in total, which should give them a further confidence boost heading into Thursday night's clash in West London.
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Brentford preview: Schade still suspended
Kevin Schade is still serving a suspension after picking up a red card in Brentford's 1-0 win against Aston Villa at Villa Park. Arsenal loanee Reiss Nelson cannot face his parent club, while Antoni Milambo, Josh Dasilva and Fabio Carvalho are injured.
Predicted lineup: Kelleher (GK); Kayode, Van den Berg, Ajer, Henry; Janelt, Henderson; Ouattara, Jensen, Lewis-Potter & Thiago
Last five results:
- Newcastle 2-3 Brentford
- Aston Villa 0-1 Brentford
- Brentford 0-2 Nottingham Forest
- Chelsea 2-0 Brentford
- Sheffield Wednesday 0-2 Brentford
Arsenal preview: Trossard a doubt
Leandro Trossard is a doubt after coming off with a slight injury against Sunderland. Martin Odegaard may be fit enough to return to the squad.
Predicted lineup: Raya (GK); Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Havertz, Rice; Madueke, Gyokeres & Martinelli
Last five results:
- Arsenal 3-0 Sunderland
- Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea
- Leeds 0-4 Arsenal
- Arsenal 3-2 Kairat
- Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United
Player to watch: Viktor Gyokeres
Viktor Gyokeres' brace off the bench against Sunderland could earn him a start against Brentford. He now has six goals in his last eight Arsenal appearances in all competitions, and could cause the Bees plenty of problems.