Brentford will face Brighton & Hove Albion at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, looking to strengthen their chances for European football.
The Bees are currently in seventh place after a series of solid performances under Keith Andrews. With 40 points from 26 matches, they have matched their best-ever start in the Premier League. Recently, they earned seven points from their last three games, including a tough 1–1 draw with league leaders Arsenal. A win in this match could bring them closer to the Champions League spots.
Brentford Team News
Keith Andrews will lead a squad that welcomes back several important players. Igor Thiago is expected to return to the front line after being rested for the recent FA Cup match. The Brazilian striker has an impressive record this season, scoring 17 goals against an expected goals (xG) of 14.73. Kevin Schade is also ready to play after serving a three-match suspension, leaving Andrews with almost a complete attacking lineup, although Fábio Carvalho and Antoni Milambo will remain sidelined for a while.
Caoimhín Kelleher will be in goal, supported by a defense that includes Nathan Collins and Sepp van den Berg. Michael Kayode, known for his long throw-ins, is likely to start at right-back. In midfield, Jordan Henderson will bring experience alongside the creative Mathias Jensen. Thiago has put pressure on opponents more than any other player in the league this season, making him essential to Brentford’s pressing style.
Brentford Predicted Lineup
Brentford predicted XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Van den Berg, Collins, Henry; Yarmolyuk, Henderson; Ouattara, Jensen, Schade; Thiago
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League match is scheduled for Saturday, 21 February 2026, at the Gtech Community Stadium, with kick-off at 15:00 GMT.
How to watch Brentford vs Brighton?
The match will not be shown live in the UK due to the 3 p.m. blackout rule. However, highlights will be available on Match of the Day later that evening.
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