Liverpool vs Brentford Preview: Slot makes Anfield bow in the Premier League

Arne Slot guided Liverpool to a first competitive win a week ago, and now he'll take charge of a Premier League game at Anfield

 
11:21am on Friday 23rd August 2024
By
Martin Macdonald

Liverpool boss Arne Slot will take charge of his first Premier League game at Anfield on Sunday, as the Reds host Brentford.

The Dutchman got off to a winning start in the top flight last week with a victory over Ipswich, while Thomas Frank's Brentford beat Crystal Palace 2-1.

Match Preview

Liverpool recent form

The Reds were impressive in pre-season and won four out of five games versus Real Betis, Arsenal, Man Utd and Sevilla, with their last friendly being a draw against Las Palmas.

Liverpool injury news

The only injury concern for Liverpool is Jarell Quansah, who had to be withdrawn against Ipswich. The issue isn't believed to be serious, however.

Last Liverpool starting XI

Brentford recent form

Brentford had a mixed pre-season as they only won one of their four friendlies and that came against Estrela Amadora.

On the opening day, they beat Brentford 2-1 thanks to goals from Bryan Mbuemo and Yoane Wissa.

Brentford injury news

Josh DaSilva, Aaron Hickey and Rico Henry are all still out, though all should return a couple of weeks into September.

Star signing Igor Thiago wont play until 2025 after a serious knee injury.

Last Brentford starting XI

Ipswich vs Liverpool - who is the referee and VAR?

Referee: Stuart Attwell

Assistants: Simon Bennett, Dan Robathan

Fourth official: Michael Salisbury

VAR: Michael Oliver

Assistant VAR: Mat Wilkes

Liverpool - Player to Watch?

Mohamed Salah was one of the best performers on Matchday One, earning an 8.3 FC Rating following his goal and assist versus Ipswich.

Wolves - Player to Watch?

Mbuemo deputised admirably for Ivan Toney last season, and with Toney looking likely to leave, he may finally be recognised as Brentford's main man in the final third.

Liverpool vs Brentford - Prediction

Liverpool to win and Both Teams to Score

Liverpool have won four of their last six home games.

In five of Brentford's last six away games there has been over two goals scored.

Liverpool have scored in five and conceded in five of their last six home games, while Brentford have scored in five and conceded in six of their last six away games.

Scoreline prediction - Liverpool 3-1 Brentford

For all of the analysis of the match as it happens live, check out our Preview and Live Update page for the game.

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