With the International break coming to a close this year, Arsenal travel to the G-Tech Community Stadium on Saturday, November 25, at 5:30 pm [UK time] looking to make it four wins out of six Premier League games when they take on Brentford.
Mikel Arteta's Gunners head into this game against the Bees eager to build on their 3-1 home win against Burnley, while Brentford aim to bounce back from their recent 3-0 defeat to Liverpool away at Anfield after wins over London clubs Chelsea and West Ham.
Just before the November international break, Arsenal secured the second position [joint with Liverpool] in the Premier League table, one point behind leaders Manchester City, and will be keen to capitalise on their position, with a chance to move to the top depending on results from other fixtures. Brentford finds themselves in the lower half of the table and have proved to be a tough opponent to the top sides in the league, which promises an exciting match.
Brentford vs Arsenal Recent Meetings
The Gtech Community Stadium has been a goal-scoring haven this season, with fans and pundits alike expecting an entertaining and high-scoring affair. After winning their first Premier League meeting, Brentford have been winless in their past four encounters with Arsenal, including a defeat in the EFL Cup earlier this season.
Players of Note to Keep an Eye On
In this Brentford vs. Arsenal clash, several players are poised to take centre stage and influence the outcome. Brentford's striking duo, Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbuemo have been instrumental in the team's attacking prowess [in the absence of Ivan Toney], consistently creating goal-scoring opportunities. On the Arsenal side, Leandro Trossard, the standout performer, is expected to play a crucial role, using his goal-scoring instincts and creative flair to unlock Brentford's defence. The Belgian forward has scored in three of his four league matches against Brentford. The dynamic Bukayo Saka adds an extra layer of excitement with his pace, skill, and ability to make decisive plays. As these players step onto the Gtech Community Stadium, their performances could be pivotal in shaping the narrative of this Premier League showdown.
Squad Update
Brentford faces absences, including Ivan Toney, Rico Henry, Aaron Hickey, and Kevin Schade, while Arsenal contends with the absence of players like Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Cedric Soares. Notably, Fabio Vieira is suspended for Arsenal, and David Raya cannot play against his parent club.
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