As the Premier League season heats up (despite it still being winter), the upcoming clash between Brentford and Liverpool is looking like a potential treat this weekend.
Scheduled for lunchtime this Saturday, Liverpool will be looking to put the pressure on both Arsenal and Man City at the top of the table by getting a win in the early kick-off, whilst Brentford look to move further away from the drop zone with a shock win themselves.
Here's everything you need to know about Brentford vs Liverpool in the Premier League 23/24 season.
Date and Kick-Off Time
The match is set to take place on Saturday, February 17, 2024, with a kick-off time of 12:30 pm.
Brentford will be at home in the Gtech Community Stadium, promising a vibrant atmosphere from the underdog's fans.
Liverpool Team News
Liverpool are approaching this match with a mix of optimism and caution. Mohamed Salah, the 31-year-old Egyptian forward, is on the brink of a return following a hamstring injury he sustained while playing for Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Having resumed training earlier this week, Salah is expected to be part of the squad, although he might start from the bench as he regains match fitness.
However, Liverpool will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is sidelined due to a knee injury. Conor Bradley is anticipated to fill in at right-back, having impressed during Alexander-Arnold's previous absences.
Ibrahima Konate is back from suspension and is likely to join Virgil van Dijk in central defence, while Alisson Becker is set to return in goal after missing the last game due to illness. Unfortunately, Liverpool will miss the services of Dominik Szoboszlai and Thiago Alcantara due to hamstring and muscle injuries, respectively.
Predicted Liverpool XI
Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker
Defence: Conor Bradley, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van Dijk, Andy Robertson
Midfield: Endo, Alexis Mac Allister, Curtis Jones
Front Three: Luis Diaz, Darwin Nunez, Diogo Jota
Brentford Team News
Injury concerns have sidelined key players, but Brentford have a fairly decent squad depth.
Saman Ghoddos's availability after his return from the AFC Asian Cup adds a boost, providing Thomas Frank with more options upfront.
Predicted Brentford XI
Goalkeeper: David Raya
Defence: Ethan Pinnock, Pontus Jansson, Charlie Goode
Midfield: Rico Henry, Christian Nørgaard, Vitaly Janelt, Mathias Jensen, Mads Roerslev
Front Two: Ivan Toney, Bryan Mbeumo
Live Stream and TV
For fans looking to catch the action live, the match will be broadcast on TNT Sports.
Ensure you check your local listings for the exact channel and streaming services available in your region.
Head to Head
There isn't a ton of history between the two teams, however Liverpool have won 12 of the previous encounters compared to Brentford's 4 and 4 games have gone to a draw.
Prediction
With Liverpool potentially having Mohamed Salah back, even if just off the bench, their attack could receive a significant boost.
Brentford, however, are known for their resilience and tactical discipline, and they will not make it easy for the Reds.
Having said that, Liverpool are chasing one last title with Jurgen Klopp and have just too much quality for Brentford to hold them in my eyes.
Prediction: Brentford 1 - 3 Liverpool
FAQs
What time does the Brentford vs Liverpool match start? The match kicks off at 12:30 pm on Saturday, February 17, 2024.
Where can I watch the Brentford vs Liverpool match? The match will be broadcast on TNT Sports. Check local listings for streaming options.
Is Mohamed Salah playing against Brentford? Mohamed Salah is expected to be part of the squad but may start on the bench as he returns from injury.
Who will replace Trent Alexander-Arnold in the lineup? Conor Bradley is expected to fill in at right-back in Alexander-Arnold's absence.
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