Brentford vs Liverpool Predictions

Brentford scored two late equalizers against Manchester City to level, but it will be a tougher task against Liverpool. The best bet in this game is for both teams to score, and you can add over 2.5 to your slip.

Match info: Premier League

Venue: Gtech Community Stadium, London

Date: Saturday, 18^th January 2025

Time: 4 pm Nigerian time

Aiming for their first Premier League win of 2025 at the third attempt, leaders Liverpool face a taxing trip to the Gtech Community Stadium to meet Brentford on Saturday afternoon.

Arne Slot's men could only manage a 1-1 draw with title rivals Nottingham Forest on Tuesday evening. However, the Bees' 2-2 stalemate with Manchester City was undoubtedly one point gained rather than two dropped.

Head-to-head:

• Brentford have won just 1 of the 7 Premier League meetings between the two teams.
• Liverpool recorded 5 victories.
• The remaining clash ended in a draw.
• Liverpool won their last 4 encounters.
• All their matches, except 1, produced at least 2 goals.
• 5 of their 7 meetings produced at least 3 goals.
• Liverpool always score at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Form:

• Brentford in the league: L-D-L-W-D
• Brentford in all competitions: D-L-W-L-D
• Liverpool in the League: W-W-W-D-D
• Liverpool in all competitions: W-D-L-W-D

Team News:

• For Brentford, Ben Mee and Aaron Hickey are set to miss the upcoming game.
• For Liverpool, Joe Gomez will be absent due to injury concerns.

Player(s) to watch:

• Christian Norgaard, the 30-year-old Danish defensive midfielder hailing from Copenhagen, has made his mark in football through stints with clubs like Hamburger and Fiorentina before joining Brentford in 2019. Over the years, he has become a key figure for the Bees, making 165 appearances and scoring eight goals. As the captain of Brentford, Norgaard has assumed a leadership role, guiding his side through the ups and downs of Premier League football. With his wealth of experience and tactical awareness, Norgaard will be crucial in Brentford’s bid to secure another impressive result, this time against Premier League table-toppers Liverpool. As the G-Tech Community Stadium roars behind the team, Norgaard will be determined to deliver a thrilling, high-energy performance, promising fans a captivating clash and hoping to defy the odds in the upcoming fixture.
• Diogo Jota, the 28-year-old Portuguese center-forward from Porto, has built an impressive career with notable stints at Atletico Madrid and Wolverhampton Wanderers before joining Liverpool in 2020. Since his arrival, Jota has made 110 appearances for the Reds, scoring 46 goals, and has proven to be one of the standout performers for both club and country. With 46 caps and 14 goals for the Portugal national team, his ability to deliver on the international stage speaks volumes about his quality. Although Jota has not always been a starter for Liverpool, he has embraced the super-sub role with remarkable effectiveness, often making a significant impact off the bench. As Liverpool look to maintain their title challenge, Jota’s sharpness and attacking instincts will be vital in the upcoming fixture against Brentford. Expect the Portuguese forward to seize any opportunity presented to him, providing a decisive edge to his team’s pursuit of all three points.