Brentford vs Arsenal

Brentford vs Arsenal: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Match Facts

Thursday 12th February

Gtech Community Stadium (Brentford)

Kick-Off 8pm

Premier League leaders Arsenal look to move one step closer to a first league title since 2004 in West London as they take on Keith Andrews Brentford

Mikel Arteta’s Gunners have responded well to their 2-3 home to defeat to Manchester United, winning four in a row in all competitions. Reaching their first cup final in five seasons and confidently beat Sunderland 3-0 at Emirates Stadium in their last match.

However, standing in their way on Thursday evening is a Brentford side that despite a change in manager, continues to defy the odds. Keith Andrews may have looked a risky, uninspiring choice to replace long-serving Thomas Frank, but the former set piece coach has proven to be anything but. With Brentford right in the fight for a European spot despite the loss of Frank and star attacker Bryan Mbuemo in what has been a hugely impressive campaign.

Brentford Predicted XI

Goalkeeper: Kelleher

Defenders: Henry, Collins, Ajer, Kayode

Midfielders: Janelt, Henderson

Forwards: Lewis-Potter, Jensen, Ouattara, Thiago

Arsenal Predicted XI

Goalkeeper: Raya

Defenders: Calafiori, Gabriel, Saliba, Timber

Midfielders: Rice, Zubimendi, Havertz

Forwards: Trossard, Gyokeres, Martinelli

Best Brentford vs Arsenal Betting Tips

Brentford 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 (FA Cup)

Two losses in a row vs Forest and Chelsea were followed by one of the most impressive results of the Premier League season so far. As Brentford, down to ten players for over half the match, managed to beat high-flying Aston Villa 0-1 at Villa Park. That win was followed by another impressive away victory at St. James Park vs Newcastle.

Arsenal Last Five Results

Arsenal 3-0 Sunderland

Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea (4-2 on aggregate) (EFL Cup)

Leeds United 0-4 Arsenal

Arsenal 3-2 Kariat Almaty (UCL)

Arsenal 2-3 Manchester United

A loss at home to Manchester United would have raised alarm bells for Arsenal, however the Gunners have responded superbly. Beating Leeds and Sunderland convincingly. As well as reaching the final of the Carabao Cup after a two legged victory over Chelsea.

Key Players to Watch

Football Park’s Best Bet: Arsenal to win @ 1.67 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted an Arsenal win in this fixture. Their stronger form, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Brentford: Igor Thiago

Brazilian striker Igor Thiago has returned From missing all of his first season in West London due to an ACL injury to be on fire this time out. The Bees forward is currently second in the top scoring charts in the Premier League with only Erling Haaland ahead of him.

Arsenal: Viktor Gyokeres

The Swede has enjoyed a fine run of recent form after a tough start to life in North London. With six goals in as many games to make himself the highest scoring player in the Premier League since the turn of the year.

Our Main Prediction: Brentford 1-2 Arsenal

An away fixture at the Gtech is never an easy one, but with Arsenal looking comfortably the best in England right now, it would be hard to bet against them