Chelsea vs Brentford: 5 things to look out for
By Vishnu Raj
Premier League football is next for Chelsea as they return to Stamford Bridge following UEFA Conference league victory against Astana. After two successful away trips in the league to Southampton and Tottenham, they now face another London derby as they welcome Brentford for a Sunday late kickoff. Here are the key things to look out for.
1. Brentford Challenge
The visitors have a successful record at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League. They have won all three matches against Chelsea in an aggregate score of 8-1. A record, Chelsea will be eager to rewrite.
Meanwhile, Brentford’s away form has been poor, with six losses and one draw in their seven matches. Both their main attackers, Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo have managed just one goal each in those games.
Regardless of their poor form, Enzo Maresca will be wary of the danger Brentford can pose. They tend to sit deep and counter-attack with intensity—something Stamford Bridge has seen too often in this fixture. Chelsea will hope that Brentford’s away struggles and their own recent winning run in all competitions which is at six matches continue.