Brentford vs Liverpool: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Evening Standard

·15 January 2025

Brentford vs Liverpool: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Premier League leaders looking to get back to winning ways away at Bees

Liverpool’s busy week continues in the Premier League this weekend when they travel to Brentford.

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Arne Slot’s side remain in control of the title race, coming from behind to draw 1-1 away at challengers Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night.

The Reds may not have been at their very best but ensured they are still heavy favourites to claim the top prize in English football, leading the way by six points while also boasting a game in hand.

Brentford recovered from their shock 1-0 FA Cup defeat at home to Plymouth by coming from behind late on to snatch a 2-2 draw against Manchester City on Tuesday night.

Here’s everything you need to know about the game.

Date, kick-off time and venue

Brentford vs Liverpool is scheduled for a 3pm GMT kick-off time on Saturday 18 January 2025.

The Gtech Community Stadium in London will host.

Where to watch Brentford vs Liverpool

TV channel and live stream: The game will not be shown live in the UK as it takes place during the 3pm blackout across English football on Saturdays.

Free highlights: Supporters will be able to watch highlights for free when Match of the Day airs at 10.30pm GMT on BBC One on Saturday 18 January.

LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog!

Brentford vs Liverpool team news

Rico Henry is starting to make his comeback for Brentford, although their injury list remains lengthy. All of Igor Thiago, Aaron Hickey, Kristoffer Ajer, Ethan Pinnock and Josh Dasilva are expected to miss out here.

Darwin Nunez will be free from suspension for Liverpool, although Joe Gomez remains injured.

Joe Gomez is Liverpool’s big injury concern right now

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Brentford vs Liverpool prediction

Brentford are generally so good at home and Liverpool have endured a draining week, albeit one that maintains their good position. With that in mind, a draw does not seem out of the question.

Draw, 1-1.