Brentford - Chelsea prediction and betting tips on March 2, 2024
One of the fixtures of the 27th round of the English Premier League will be played on Saturday evening at the Brentford Community Stadium, where the local Brentford will host Chelsea. Will the visitors be able to secure three points in this match? Here's the prediction for this encounter from the experts at Dailysports.
Brentford
The "Bees" splendidly burst into the elite of English football in 2021, showcasing themselves in all their glory and establishing themselves in the Premier League. Even more successful was the previous season, when Brentford finished in the upper echelons of the league table, persistently vying for European qualification. However, the current season has been particularly challenging for Matthew Benham's side, largely due to the prolonged absence of their leading striker, Ivan Toney, who received an 8-month suspension for breaching betting regulations. With his return to action, Brentford has regained momentum in attack and managed to secure crucial points in matches against Nottingham Forest and Wolverhampton Wanderers. These results have allowed them to slightly distance themselves from the relegation zone, although the situation remains precarious. In their last three Premier League matches, Brentford suffered defeats.
Chelsea
The "Aristocrats" endured a disappointing season last year, and it seemed that things would be different in the current campaign. A new manager and a strong squad were expected to provide an opportunity to challenge for not only the title but also for Champions League qualification. However, Chelsea finds themselves once again languishing in mid-table, alternating between victories and defeats. Over the weekend, the "Blues" had a chance to alleviate their recent disappointments, but they were unfortunately defeated by Liverpool in the League Cup final, conceding a goal just minutes before the end of extra time. In the Premier League, the "Pensioners" managed to surprise in their last match, salvaging a draw in an away game against Manchester City. It's worth noting that Chelsea progressed in the League Cup by defeating Leeds United with a score of 3-2.
Interesting facts about the match and the history of personal meetings
- In the first encounter, the "Bees" defeated Chelsea at Stamford Bridge with a score of 2-0.
- This victory was the second in a row and the third in the last four matches between these teams.
- In the last three meetings, at least one team failed to score.
Brentford - Chelsea Prediction
Bookmakers favor Chelsea, but winning at the Brentford Community Stadium will be a daunting task for them. Our bet is "Chelsea to win with a handicap (0)" with odds of 1.65.
