Brentford vs Arsenal
One of the most interesting fixtures today on New Year's Day in the Premier League will be Brentford vs Arsenal at Brentford Community Stadium in London. The match will kick off at 5:30 PM GMT (8:30 PM EAT). The encounter promises to be a thriller for the fans since it will be broadcast from 4:30 PM GMT.
Team News and Lineups
Arsenal has faced a few injury problems ahead of this crucial clash as four players have been ruled out, confirmed Mikel Arteta. While Brentford hopes for the return of some key players with a few coming back from injury, Thomas Frank's team has been tough to crack this season as players like Mbeumo, Schade, and Wissa are providing the offensive spark for the Bees.Current Form
- Arsenal comes into this match with a 67.1% win probability. The Gunners have looked good on the road, winning three in a row at Brentford without conceding a goal.
Though - Brentford have failed to beat Arsenal in the last five meetings, with D1, L4 in the record. The last time they hosted Arsenal ended in a 2-0 win for the Gunners back in 2021.
How to Watch
In the United Kingdom, viewers can catch the game on TNT Sports 1 and on the streaming platform via the discovery+ app. International viewers will be able to watch via their respective sports networks and platforms.
Match Prediction
Considering Arsenal's team quality and their current form, they would be the favorites for this match, but Brentford has always been a difficult team to play against, particularly when in front of their home fans. The match is bound to be competitive and full of action, as both teams are in need of crucial points that could place them in a more concrete position in the Premier League standings.
Key Players to Watch
- Arsenal: Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, and Martin Ødegaard will be key figures in keeping the Gunners up and running in the league.
- Brentford: Losing Ivan Toney to absence would be a big setback but Mbeumo, Schade, and Wissa may rise to take the challenge.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 5:30 PM GMT
- Location: Brentford Community Stadium, London
- Weather: 7°C
Stay tuned for live updates and match analysis as we head into this exciting London derby.