Liverpool kicked off their Premier League season impressively with a 2-0 victory over newly promoted Ipswich Town, solidifying their reputation as a serious contender for the EPL title.
The Reds will now be looking to continue their winning streak as they gear up for their first home match of the season against Brentford.
Arne Slot will be leading his team in a competitive match at Anfield for the first time as Liverpool manager, and fans are eager to see how the team will perform under his leadership.
The Bees, however, will not be an easy opponent, having already clinched a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace in their opening game.
It’s sure to be an exciting game as both teams look to secure another crucial three points in the race for the Premier League title on Sunday, August 25.
Liverpool vs Brentford team news
Arne Slot’s Liverpool has a clean bill of health after their first match against Ipswich Town, with no injuries reported.
Manager Arne Slot is expected to make changes for the upcoming Brentford match, including the return of Joe Gomez, who missed the opener due to transfer speculation.
Ibrahima Konate is likely to start as his substitution in the previous match was tactical, not due to injury.
Meanwhile, youngster Bobby Clark is close to joining RB Salzburg, and Sepp van den Berg is set to depart the club.
Overall, Liverpool are in a good position ahead of their next match, with a healthy squad and potential transfers on the horizon.
On the other hand, the Bees are facing injury concerns ahead of their match against Liverpool, with four senior players affected.
Long-term absentees Igor Thiago and Joshua Dasilva are ruled out, while fullbacks Aaron Hickey and Rico Henry are doubtful due to fitness issues.
Although they’ve resumed training, manager Thomas Frank is uncertain about their availability for the match and they might not be back before the international break.
Additionally, Ivan Toney, who is expected to leave the club soon, missed the opening match due to transfer speculation but has returned to training.
However, his inclusion in the squad for the Liverpool fixture is not guaranteed, with Frank hinting at a possible return but remaining uncertain.
Meanwhile, one player to watch out for in Sunday’s match is Fabio Carvalho, who recently made a switch from Liverpool to Brentford.
The talented midfielder is set to face his former club in a quick return to Anfield, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the highly anticipated matchup.
Liverpool vs Brentford recent head-to-head record
In their last four encounters, Liverpool have emerged victorious in three matches against Brentford in the Premier League.
The most recent clash on February 17, 2024, saw Liverpool triumph over Brentford with a score of 4-1. Before that, Liverpool had secured a 3-0 win against Brentford on November 12, 2023, and a narrow 1-0 victory on June 6, 2023.
The only defeat Liverpool suffered at the hands of Brentford in this period was a 1-0 loss on January 2, 2023.
As the teams gear up for their next encounter, Liverpool will be looking to continue their dominance over Brentford based on their recent track record.
Predicted lineup
Liverpool : Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Salah, Jota, Diaz
Brentford: Flekken, Roerslev, Collins, Pinnock, Ajer, Jensen, Norgaard, Janelt, Mbuemo, Wissa, Schade
Date, kick-off time, and where to watch.
The Premier League clash between Liverpool and Brentford will kick off on Sunday, August 25 at 16:30 (BST).
The match will take place at Liverpool’s home field Anfield. Live coverage is available on Sky Sports Premier League.
Our Prediction
It is expected that Brentford will pose a greater challenge for Liverpool than Ipswich Town. However, securing a victory at Anfield at this early stage is essential for Arne Slot. Our prediction is a 1-0 win for Liverpool.
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