Bournemouth will host Brentford at the Vitality Stadium on Tuesday night, looking for their first Premier League win against them and to improve their chances for European qualifications.
Before this match, Bournemouth is on an eight-game unbeaten streak (W4 D4), but they have drawn the most games in the league this season, with 12 draws. They played to a frustrating 1–1 draw against Sunderland last Saturday, where they controlled the game but couldn’t secure a win. Currently, they are in ninth position. Historically, Brentford has been a tough opponent for Bournemouth, as they have not won any of their seven previous Premier League encounters, losing five and drawing two.
Brentford, on the other hand, is in seventh place, coming off a thrilling 4–3 victory against Burnley, where they almost lost a three-goal lead but managed to win in stoppage time. They are now just two points behind sixth-placed Chelsea. Brentford has been strong away from home recently, winning five of their last six league games, and they rely heavily on Igor Thiago, who has scored 18 goals, contributing significantly to the team’s points this season.
Bournemouth vs Brentford – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Tuesday, 3 March 2026
- Kick-off: 19:30 GMT
- Venue: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth
- Referee: Craig Pawson
- VAR: Darren England
- Last Meeting: Brentford 4–1 Bournemouth (27 Dec 2025), Premier League
Team News
Bournemouth
Manager Andoni Iraola is uncertain about striker Evanilson, who is recovering from a “dead leg” sustained against Sunderland. He missed training on Sunday and will be evaluated today. Bournemouth will also be without long-term injured players Justin Kluivert, Ben Gannon-Doak, and Julio Soler. Amine Adli is expected to start on the wing, adding fresh energy to their attack.
Brentford
Brentford welcomes back goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher, who was absent during the win over Burnley for personal reasons. However, they continue to face injuries with Vitaly Janelt (metatarsal) and Aaron Hickey (hamstring) out until after the international break. Josh Dasilva, Antoni Milambo, and Fábio Carvalho also remain unavailable, while Reiss Nelson is close to returning but likely won’t play tonight.
Form
Bournemouth
Bournemouth has gained momentum this year, winning both midweek Premier League matches in 2026. They have drawn against West Ham and Sunderland recently, but have only lost once in their last seven home games. They hold a record for the most draws in the Premier League this season with 12, showcasing their ability to stay competitive while remaining unbeaten in their last eight matches, keeping them in contention for European spots.
Brentford
Brentford has become one of the league’s top away teams, aiming for a fourth consecutive away victory for only the second time in their Premier League history. Their recent results include a 1–0 win against Aston Villa and a 1–1 draw against Arsenal at the Emirates. Notably, they have won 10 of their last 13 games against Bournemouth across all competitions, including the last five encounters. Igor Thiago, with 18 goals this season, will be key to continuing this trend.
Predicted Lineups
Bournemouth Predicted XI: Petrovic; Jimenez, Hill, Senesi, Truffert; Christie, Scott; Adli, Tavernier, Brooks; Kroupi
Brentford Predicted XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Henry; Yarmolyuk, Henderson; Ouattara, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago
How to Watch Bournemouth vs Brentford?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 4, starting at 19:00 GMT before the kick-off at 19:30.
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