Chelsea FC vs Brentford FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Chelsea FC vs Brentford FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Chelsea's resurgence under Enzo Maresca is evident, with Cole Palmer's record-breaking penalty success and Marc Guiu's impressive performance in harsh conditions showcasing the depth of talent at the club. Chelsea's attacking prowess, reminiscent of their glory days, is being fueled by a combination of experienced players and promising youngsters.

Brentford, on the other hand, is thriving with the dynamic duo of Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo. Their impressive goal-scoring form has silenced doubts about the departure of Ivan Toney and has propelled Brentford to new heights in the Premier League. Their attacking prowess and clinical finishing have made them a formidable force, challenging even the top teams in the league.

Head to Head : Both teams have played each other 20 times. Chelsea have won 9, Brentford have won 7, with 4 draws played.

Standings : Chelsea currently sit in 2nd with 31 points. Brentford are in 9th with 23 points.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Chelsea FC Preview

When one thinks of Chelsea, one is made to think of goals. The Blues made a comeback from two goals down last gameweek to dismantle an inconsistent Spurs at the Tottenham Hotspurs Stadium in North London. Jadon Sancho and Enzo Fernandez chipped to accompany the maestro Cole Palmer on the scoresheet. Palmer's penalty success earned him a Premier League record. He now holds the longest 100% conversion record in the competition after putting away his first 12 spot-kicks. 

The Englishman bettered Yaya Toure’s record of 11 out of 11. Palmer has 50 goal involvements (33 goals, 17 assists) in 48 Premier League games since joining from Manchester City, fast emerging as the kind of player a title can be built around. But, it’s not just this youngster who’s making headlines. On their travels to Kazakhstan, Marc Guiu, 18, impressed in a revamped Chelsea XI. Enzo Maresca is now spoilt for choice with the talent available to him. The only recognised Premier League player was Pedro Neto amongst the rest who played in harsh conditions of minus 11. 

The Italian manager is loving life at his new club. Sitting first in the Conference League with ease, winning all 5 games, and hunting Liverpool in the Premier League. Their five Europea wins equalled a club record in European football, having won five and drawn one of their six Europa League group stage games in 2018-19. Games in December come thick and fast, but Maresca has variety at his disposal. He can rotate his squad without having to worry much. This club is finally setting out to achieve what Potter and Pochettino couldn’t do. 

Injury - Kellyman, Reece James, Mudryk and Fofana are all out injured. 

Chelsea Probable 11 - Sanchez (GK), Caicedo, Badiashile, Colwill, Cucurella (DEF), Lavia, Fernandez, Neto, Palmer, Sancho (MID), Jackson (FWD).

Brentford FC Preview

Thomas Frank has a good record against the Blues winning all three away games. Leeds United are the only team to have beaten Chelsea in four successive games. Thomas Frank has doubters to prove wrong. If his team can start accumulating more points on their travels, they could become the whole package and dream of a European fairytale. But it’s easier said than done. The Bees have an impressive record at Stamford Bridge, but this is a whole new Chelsea side - that’s young and hungry. If Brentford concede 2 goals it will take their tally to 30. 

That will be just the second time that a side has both scored and conceded 30 goals in their opening 16 matches. The last team to do so was Leeds in 2020-21. That year, Leeds ended up finishing 9th with a goal difference of 8. The Dane will need to up his game management skill and apply it only because of the potential this side has. Seeing Brentford in Europe would bring a smile to neutrals alike. 

Player watch out for

No Cameroonian has ever scored 10 goals in a single campaign in the Premier League. Bryan Mbeumo is one short of that landmark, his joint-highest in a solo campaign. The Cameroonian scored 9 goals in 2022-23 and 2023-24. This time round, if he continues scoring at this speed, he can easily touch 20 goals for the season. Ivan Toney is not being missed one bit. If Yoane Wissa scores against Chelsea, he will equal Brentford’s record goalscorer Toney’s record of 36 Premier goals. 

Injury - Henry, Hickey, DaSilva, Nunes, Jensen, Janelt are all out injured. 

Brentford Probable 11 - Flekken (GK), Van den Berg, Collins, Pinnock (DEF), Mbuemo, Yarmolyuk, Norgaard, Lewis-Potter (MID), Wissa, Carvalho, Thiago

CHELSEA FC vs BRENTFORD FC
Winning Prediction

Chelsea have found a way to manage European football with domestic duty. Brenford’s only trump card would’ve been lack of rest for Chelsea’s players amid a demanding schedule. But, Chelsea fielded a completely different side to the one that featured against Spurs. Most players that take the field on Sunday, will have possessed equal rest as the Brentford players. The Blues strategy seems to be paying off. This game will deliver goals. Both teams have together contributed 66 goals in 15 games. Chelsea have the advantage here because of the form they’re in. But, Brentford are known to spoil parties.

We Predict a Draw (2-2)

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