Brentford will host Chelsea in a Premier League clash on Saturday, September 13, 2025 (8:00 PM BST) at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Chelsea head into the derby unbeaten in their first three league matches, while Brentford are still searching for consistency under new manager Keith Andrews. With both sides eager to prove a point, this encounter promises to be a fiercely contested London showdown.
Brentford vs. Chelsea – Match Details
- Fixture: Brentford vs. Chelsea
- Competition: Premier League 2025/26
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 PM BST
- Venue: Gtech Community Stadium, London
- Referee: (To be confirmed)
- Broadcast: Sky Sports (UK), Peacock (US) (update based on local listings
Brentford vs. Chelsea: Current Form
Brentford’s Form
Brentford’s start has been more mixed. Under new manager Keith Andrews (after Thomas Frank’s departure), they’ve had some struggles, especially away. They beat Aston Villa at home but suffered defeats on the road against Nottingham Forest and Sunderland.
- League Position:15th (3 points from 3 matches)
- Recent Results:
- Lost 3-1 to Nottingham Forest (A)
- Won 1-0 against Aston Villa (H)
- Lost 2-1 to Sunderland (A)
Chelsea’s Form
Chelsea have made a solid start to the 2025/26 Premier League season. They are unbeaten in their first three games: drawing with Crystal Palace, then victories over West Ham (5-1) and Fulham (2-0).
- League Position: 2nd (7 points from 3 matches)
- Recent Results:
- Drew 0-0 with Crystal Palace (H)
- Won 5-1 against West Ham United (A)
- Won 2-0 against Fulham (H)
Brentford vs. Chelsea Team News
Brentford Team News: Injuries and suspensions
- Vitaly Janelt (heel injury) could return to the matchday squad after featuring for the U21s .
- Yunus Emre Konak and Gustavo Nunes are also in line for returns .
- Paris Maghoma remains unavailable in midfield .
Chelsea Team News: Injuries and suspensions
- Cole Palmer (groin) remains the primary concern after missing Chelsea’s last two games and England duty. His availability will be determined late .
- Liam Delap (hamstring) and Dario Essugo (thigh) are confirmed absentees .
- Benoit Badiashile, Levi Colwill, and Romeo Lavia are also fitness concerns but have returned to training .
- New signing Alejandro Garnacho is in contention for a debut after joining from Manchester United .
Brentford vs. Chelsea Predicted Lineups
Brentford Predicted XI vs Chelsea (4-3-3):Caoimhin Kelleher, Michael Kayode, Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, Keane Lewis-Potter, Yegor Yarmolyuk, Jordan Henderson, Mikkel Damsgaard, Dango Ouattara, Igor Thiago, Kevin Schade.
Chelsea Predicted XI vs Brentford (4-2-3-1): Robert Sánchez, Malo Gusto, Trevoh Chalobah, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Cucurella, Moisés Caicedo, Enzo Fernández, Estevao, João Pedro, Pedro Neto, Alejandro Garnacho.
Brentford vs. Chelsea Head-to-Head
| Metric | Brentford | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 12 | 12 |
| Wins | 3 | 5 |
| Draws | 4 | 4 |
| Goals Scored | 13 | 18 |
- Home Record for Brentford:
- Played 6, Won 0, Drew 2, Lost 4
- No home wins against Chelsea in the Premier League era
- Brentford vs. Chelsea Results:
- Last meeting (April 2025): Brentford 0-0 Chelsea
- Previous meeting (Dec 2024): Chelsea 2-1 Brentford
- Only 1 home victory in 8 Premier League meetings between the sides
The historical data suggests Chelsea have traditionally held the upper hand in this fixture, particularly at the Gtech Community Stadium where Brentford are yet to record a Premier League victory against their prestigious neighbors.
Brentford vs. Chelsea prediction
This West London derby sets up a fascinating clash of styles, with Chelsea looking to dominate through controlled possession while Brentford relies on their direct, transitional play. On paper, several factors tilt the balance in Chelsea’s favor.
The Blues are currently unbeaten in their last 10 matches across all competitions, scoring 13 goals in their previous five games. Their impressive record at the Gtech Community Stadium — 2 wins and 4 draws — also gives them a psychological edge heading into this fixture.
That said, Brentford’s resilience at home, highlighted by their win over Aston Villa, means Chelsea cannot afford to take this challenge lightly.
A congested schedule could also test the visitors’ fitness levels. The possible absence of Cole Palmer would be a blow to Chelsea’s creativity, but the recent form of João Pedro offers optimism that Enzo Maresca’s side can still find the breakthrough.
Score Prediction: Brentford 1-2 Chelsea
