Brentford vs Liverpool: Preview, Predictions, and Lineups

Key Points:

• Liverpool visit Brentford on Saturday, seeking their first Premier League win of 2025.
• The Reds have dropped points in their last two league games, allowing Arsenal to close the gap.
• Brentford have struggled at home, with no wins in their last four matches at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Liverpool travel to west London on Saturday afternoon, aiming to end their winless start to the new year. After consecutive draws against Manchester United and Nottingham Forest, the Reds’ lead at the top of the Premier League has been cut to four points, with Arsenal hot on their heels.

Meanwhile, Brentford have seen their early-season home dominance fade, going four games without a win at the Gtech Community Stadium across all competitions. However, a spirited 2-2 draw against Manchester City last weekend showcased their resilience and fighting spirit.

Match Details

• Location: Gtech Community Stadium, London, England
• Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 15:00 GMT / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT
• Referee: Andy Madley
• VAR: Paul Tierney

Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Meetings)

• Brentford: 1 win
• Liverpool: 4 wins
• Draws: 0
• Last Meeting: Liverpool 2-0 Brentford (August 25, 2024) – Premier League

Current Form (All Competitions)

How to Watch

Team News

Brentford

Brentford’s injury woes continue as key defenders Ethan Pinnock, Aaron Hickey, and Kristoffer Ajer remain sidelined. Sepp van den Berg is expected to start in central defense against his former club.

Joshua Dasilva and Gustavo Nunes are long-term absentees, while summer signing Igor Thiago is still recovering from a knee injury compounded by an infection. The Brazilian has managed only four Premier League appearances this season.

Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Flekken; Roerslev, Collins, Van den Berg, Henry; Janelt, Norgaard, Jensen; Mbeumo, Wissa, Schade.

Liverpool

Liverpool’s injury concerns are minimal, with Joe Gomez the only confirmed absentee due to a hamstring issue. He is expected to return in February.

Diogo Jota remains a doubt despite his impactful cameo against Nottingham Forest midweek. Darwin Nunez is available again after serving a one-match suspension, and Dominik Szoboszlai has fully recovered from illness.

Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz.

Prediction

Saturday’s clash promises fireworks, with both sides boasting attacking prowess but struggling defensively. Liverpool remain the Premier League’s highest scorers, while Brentford have netted more goals at home than any other team this season.

However, the Bees have conceded 37 goals in 21 matches, a vulnerability the Reds will aim to exploit. Although Brentford are unlikely to go down without a fight, Liverpool’s superior quality could see them edge a high-scoring affair.

Prediction: Brentford 2-3 Liverpool