Match Overview
Brentford welcome AFC Bournemouth to the Gtech Community Stadium for a key Premier League clash as both sides look to reset momentum after mixed recent runs. The hosts have shown flashes of sharp counterattacking but have struggled for consistency in front of goal. Bournemouth’s away form has dipped, yet they continue to create and score regularly on the road. Cool, overcast winter conditions are expected and could influence tempo and decision-making.
- Fixture: Brentford vs AFC Bournemouth
- Competition: Premier League
- Venue: Gtech Community Stadium
- Date: 27-12-2025
- Kickoff: 15:00 GMT / 15:00 UTC
Predicted Lineups
Brentford
- C. Kelleher (Goalkeeper)
- N. Collins (Defender)
- M. Kayode (Defender)
- S. van den Berg (Defender)
- R. Henry (Defender)
- K. Schade (Midfielder)
- Y. Yarmolyuk (Midfielder)
- K. Lewis-Potter (Midfielder)
- J. Henderson (Midfielder)
- Thiago (Attacker)
- D. Ouattara (Attacker)
AFC Bournemouth
- D. Petrovic (Goalkeeper)
- A. Truffert (Defender)
- M. Senesi (Defender)
- B. Diakité (Defender)
- Álex Jiménez (Defender)
- M. Tavernier (Midfielder)
- A. Scott (Midfielder)
- L. Cook (Midfielder)
- A. Adli (Midfielder)
- A. Semenyo (Attacker)
- Evanilson (Attacker)
Injury & Suspension Report
Brentford
- R. Nelson – Knock
- D. Ouattara – International duty
- F. Onyeka – International duty
- A. Milambo – Knee Injury
- Fábio Carvalho – Knee Injury
- J. Dasilva – Knee Injury
AFC Bournemouth
- B. Doak – Hamstring Injury
- T. Adams – Knee Injury
- Veljko Milosavljević – Knee Injury
- M. Akinmboni – Muscle Injury
Head-to-Head
Across 46 meetings, Brentford have 22 wins, Bournemouth 14, with 10 draws. Recent contests have been competitive, averaging 2.5 goals per game over the last 10, suggesting a balanced matchup.
Match Analysis & Prediction
Brentford: form and key threats
Brentford’s recent league run has been uneven, with three defeats and a draw in their last five, and only three goals scored in that stretch. However, the 2-0 win away to Wolves, highlighted by a K. Lewis-Potter brace, showed how effective Brentford can be when their transitions and pressing sequences click. The Bees remain at their best when they regain structure, press collectively, and release runners quickly from midfield.
Bournemouth: away record and midfield balance
Bournemouth are winless in their last five away matches (three losses, two draws) but have still produced 10 goals in that span, reflecting an attack that continues to create chances. Against similarly placed opponents this season, they have been efficient and unbeaten, averaging two scored and conceding fewer than one per game. The midfield unit of Tavernier, Scott, Cook and Adli provides control and ball progression, with Semenyo and Evanilson offering outlets to exploit space behind the back line.
Brentford vs Bournemouth: tactical matchup
Expect Brentford to target quick regains and direct counters, looking to involve Lewis-Potter and the wide runners early after turnovers. Bournemouth may prefer measured build-up, using central overloads to pull Brentford’s press and then accessing the flanks. The visitors’ recent away output suggests they will create opportunities, but game management in the final third remains a focus.
What recent results suggest
Brentford claimed a 2-0 victory in the most recent cup meeting between these sides, which underlines their ability to control key moments when organized. Bournemouth’s away struggles contrast with their strong record against peers, indicating that performance levels are there even if results have lagged. With cool, overcast conditions likely to slow tempo, margins should be fine and set pieces, transitions and individual decision-making could decide it.
Prediction: A tight contest with limited clear chances. Draw, 1-1.