Tournament: Premier League England
Venue: Gtech Community Stadium (London)
Game Time: August 18, 2024, 09:00
Brentford and Crystal Palace face off in the first round of the English Premier League on August 18, 2024, in a London derby that promises to be competitive. Both teams have their strengths, and the match is expected to be an exciting contest.
Key Statistics and Trends
Brentford:
- Recent Form: Brentford has won only once in their last 5 matches.
- Scoring Streak: Brentford has scored at least once in their last 6 meetings against Crystal Palace.
- First Half Performance: Brentford wins the first half in 22% of their matches.
Crystal Palace:
- Recent Form: Crystal Palace has failed to win only twice in their last 11 games.
- Consistency: Crystal Palace has scored at least once in 13 previous confrontations.
- First Half Performance: Crystal Palace wins the first half in 31% of their matches.
Team Analysis
Brentford: Brentford enters their fourth season in the Premier League, having struggled in the last campaign, finishing 16th with 39 points. The team has been dealing with uncertainty regarding Toney's future, but they have bolstered their attack by signing Igor Thiago from Brugge. Thomas Frank will aim to tighten up a defense that has shown vulnerabilities, especially as they often concede goals.
Crystal Palace: Crystal Palace, under the management of Glasner, experienced a resurgence last season, finishing in the top 10. Despite losing key players like Olise and Guehi, the club has made significant signings, including Kamada, Riad, and Ismaila Sarr. Palace has been consistent in finding the net, and they will look to continue that trend against Brentford.
Probable Starting Lineups
Brentford (probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Flekken
- Defenders: Hickey, Pinnock, Jorgensen, Roerslev
- Midfielders: Armstrong, Nørgaard, Jensen
- Forwards: Wissa, Igor Thiago, Toney
Crystal Palace (probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Henderson
- Defenders: Riad, Andersen, Richards
- Midfielders: Mitchell, Kamada, J. Ayew, Schlupp, Hughes, Clyne
- Forward: Edouard
Head-to-Head Matches: Brentford vs Crystal Palace
Since Brentford's promotion to the Premier League, the teams have drawn five times. However, Crystal Palace secured a 3-1 victory in their last encounter at home.
Free Prediction for the Match: Brentford vs Crystal Palace
Both teams have shown a tendency to play open, attacking football, which could lead to a high-scoring game. We recommend betting on "total: over 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.80).
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals (odds – 1.80).
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