Brentford vs Brighton Preview, Prediction and Betting Tips
The Bees welcome the Seagulls to the Gtech Community Stadium this Wednesday for a Premier League battle as both teams aim to grab three points after a setback last weekend.
Brentford vs Brighton Preview
Thomas Frank’s men dominated against travelers Manchester United but could only salvage a point in added time on Saturday. Despite the home side managing a staggering 85 touches in the opponents’ penalty area – the third most in a Premier League fixture, Brentford was the villain in disguise in front of goal, as Mason Mount’s first goal for the Red Devils seemed to have finished the game off.
However, just when we thought Brentford would regret all their missed opportunities, the hosts leveled the score within minutes through Kristoffer Ajer to grab hold of the deserved point. The home fans had their heads scratching about how their side failed to accrue all three points against a shaky Manchester United side.
A point versus the 20-time English champions is an appreciable act, and as other results also were favorable for the Brentford side, the Bees’ five-point cushion remains unaffected as they stay comfortable above the relegation zone in 15th place.
After converting only one of the 31 shots taken on Saturday, the winless run in the Premier League for the hosts continues despite stealing points off Chelsea and an agonizing draw with Arsenal too, as they show slow signs of recovery.
The recent result meant Brentford has managed to find the net in the last five Premier League games running and their ninth in all competitions at home. On the defensive front, Frank’s men have conceded in 11 straight games at the Gtech Stadium.
The 2023/24 season has been a managerial ladder climb for both Frank and De Zebri as the latter’s mettle was tested against Liverpool, which saw the side fall short in a 2-1 defeat at Anfield.
Ex-Arsenal player Danny Welbeck gave both Brighton and his old side an early lead, but just like many before them, the visitors were the victims of Liverpool’s comeback as Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah took their side back to the Premier League summit.
After Newcastle’s phenomenal win over West Ham, the day meant De Zebri’s men have fallen further in the European chasing pack as they find themselves in ninth position below the Hammers with a game in hand and a significant goal difference.
Moreover, after two morale-boosting successes over Nottingham Forest and Roma before the international break, the Liverpool loss meant Brighton has lost four successive games on their travels, and six of the seven on the road in all tournaments have ended in defeats.
Accruing just two points from six trips to London, the visitors are yet to find a winning formula in the capital.
Brentford vs Brighton Team News
Brentford
Brentford’s on-loan Tottenham Hotspur left-back Sergio Reguilon’s suspension left him helplessly sidelined against Manchester United, but he will return, replacing Keane Lewis-Potter for the next game. Christian Norgaard (back) and Ethan Pinnock (ankle) are also hoping to be available for the visit of the Seagulls, but Kevin Schade (groin), Aaron Hickey (thigh), Rico Henry (knee), Ben Mee (ankle), and Josh Dasilva (knee) are still recovering from their severe problems. Despite a dominant display against Man United, a few changes are in the cards as Bryan Mbeumo returns from his severe ankle injury against Brighton at the Amex in December, expanding the options in the final third, with Neal Maupay.
Brighton
Brighton boss De Zerbi is also working different ways with a handful of long-term victims, including Kaoru Mitoma (back), Solly March (knee), James Milner (thigh), and Hinshelwood (foot). Billy Gilmour returned with a sprained knee after international duty for Scotland and is expected to be out for at least a month, while Julio Enciso, who was benched in the Liverpool game due to muscular discomfort, will miss a few weeks. Joao Pedro’s return will be a slice of good news as he returns from a thigh issue, but there are still no guarantees for a comeback on the pitch for the Brazilian on Wednesday.
Brentford vs Brighton Head-to-Head
PL-06/12/2023
Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 Brentford
PL-01/04/2023
Brighton & Hove Albion 3-3 Brentford
PL14/10/2022
Brentford 2-0 Brighton & Hove Albion
PL-26/12/2021
Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 Brentford
PL-11/09/2021
Brentford 0-1 Brighton & Hove Albion
Brentford vs Brighton Predicted Lineups
Brentford Premier League form:
L L D L L D
possible starting lineup:
Flekken; Zanka, Collins, Ajer; Roerslev, Janelt, Jensen, Reguilon; Mbeumo, Toney, Wissa
Brighton & Hove Albion Premier League form:
L W D L W L
possible starting lineup:
Verbruggen; Veltman, Dunk, Van Hecke, Estupinan; Baleba, Gross; Adingra, Lallana, Fati; Welbeck
Brentford vs Brighton Prediction
Both Brentford and Brighton did themselves proud against two titans of the English game over the Easter weekend, However, if they return with the same spirit for this clash a neck-to-neck battle will be expected.
Predicted scoreline- Brentford 1-1 Brighton & Hove Albion
Brentford vs Brighton Betting Tips
Brentford– 2.37
Draw– 3.80
Brighton & Hove Albion– 2.75
Bet395 –Odds are subject to change
Where to watch Brentford vs Brighton
Location: Gtech Community Stadium
Date and time: Thursday 4th April 2024, 6:30pm (GMT)
UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Ultra HDR
India : Star sports select and Disney + Hotstar
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