The Premier League returns with a London derby as Brentford host Chelsea at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, 13 September 2025. Chelsea are aiming for consistency under their new manager, while Brentford will look to prove they can still cause upsets despite losing key man Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester United this summer.
Recent Form
Brentford: Remain strong at home, but finding goals difficult since key attackers left. Kevin Schade and Igor Thiago are expected to shoulder the scoring load.
Chelsea: Improving under new management, with Cole Palmer leading from midfield and summer arrivals adding depth and flair.
Head-to-Head
Brentford pulled off shock wins in 2022–23.
Chelsea have since improved, winning their last 2 league meetings.
Both teams have scored in 4 of the last 5 encounters.
Team News
Brentford
Igor Thiago likely to start as main striker.
Kevin Schade and Keane Lewis-Potter expected to play wide roles.
Christian Nørgaard and Mathias Jensen to anchor midfield.
Ben Mee and Kristoffer Ajer remain fitness doubts.
Chelsea
João Pedro pushing for a start in attack.
Garnacho and Gittens provide width, Palmer central playmaker.
Enzo Fernández and Moises Caicedo to control midfield.
Reece James and Badiashile still out injured.
Key Players
Brentford: Igor Thiago, Kevin Schade, Christian Nørgaard.
Chelsea: Cole Palmer, João Pedro, Alejandro Garnacho.
Predicted Lineups
| Brentford (4-3-3) | Chelsea (4-2-3-1) |
|---|---|
| Flekken (GK) | Petrovic (GK) |
| Hickey | Gusto |
| Pinnock | Disasi |
| Collins | Silva |
| Henry | Chilwell |
| Nørgaard (C) | Caicedo |
| Jensen | Enzo Fernández |
| Dasilva | Palmer |
| Schade | Gittens |
| Lewis-Potter | Garnacho |
| Igor Thiago | João Pedro |
Brentford will fight hard at home, but Chelsea’s superior attacking options should make the difference.
Predicted Score: Brentford 1–2 Chelsea
Betting Tips
Chelsea to Win ✅
Both Teams to Score (BTTS: Yes)
Over 2.5 Goals – Open game expected.
Anytime Goalscorer: João Pedro / Cole Palmer
Indicative Odds:
Brentford Win: 3.90
Draw: 3.40
Chelsea Win: 1.90
Over 2.5 Goals: 1.85
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