Brentford Team News - Soccer

Keane Lewis-Potter - Scores in loss to Liverpool Lewis-Potter scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Liverpool.

Impact Lewis-Potter found the back of the net with a towering header following a cross from Igor Thiago in the dying stages of the first half. The left-back has been a reliable attacking threat for Brentford despite his defensive-minded role. Even though this was his second goal of the season, he's also averaging 1.7 shots, 1.4 chances created, 3.7 crosses and 1.7 clearances per contest.

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Vitaly Janelt - Sees red after double booking Janelt was sent off for a second yellow card during Saturday's Premier League match against Liverpool, ruling him out of next Saturday's trip to Hull.

Impact Janelt will serve a one-match ban after collecting two bookings, leaving Brentford short in central midfield for the trip to Hull on Oct. 24. His dismissal came in the same match as Yehor Yarmoliuk's straight red, which means coach Keith Andrews loses both of the midfielders who started together at Aston Villa last week. Mikkel Damsgaard's return from his ankle problem offers a solution, and he could partner Mamadou Sangare in the middle against Hull.

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Yehor Yarmoliuk - Sent off against Liverpool Yarmoliuk was shown a red card following a clash with Jeremy Jacquet during Saturday's Premier League match against Liverpool.

Impact Yarmoliuk is set to miss Brentford's next three Premier League matches after his straight red card for violent conduct against Liverpool. The Ukraine international had started the last three league games in the double pivot, and his absence opens the door for Mamadou Sangare to return to the starting lineup.

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Jannik Schuster - Remains out Saturday Schuster (ankle) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Schuster is not ready to return after aggravating an ankle issue that forced him off at halftime against Aston Villa. The center-back resumed on-field training during the week but still needs more time before returning to action. His absence interrupts a run of three consecutive Premier League starts while covering for Nathan Collins (calf). Aaron Hickey could again provide cover centrally, while Sepp van den Berg's return offers another defensive alternative.

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Kevin Schade - Makes bench Saturday Schade (shoulder) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Schade is available as a substitute after a shoulder injury forced him off early in the second half of Brentford's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. The winger returned to on-field training during the week and has recovered sufficiently to make the squad. He could provide an attacking boost off the bench after scoring three goals across six Premier League appearances this season. His place among the substitutes leaves Brentford's leading scorer waiting for an opportunity to contribute.

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Mikkel Damsgaard - Returns to bench Damsgaard (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Damsgaard returns to the squad after an ankle injury suffered on international duty with Denmark kept him out against Aston Villa. The midfielder had resumed on-field work before that fixture but needed additional recovery time before returning to competitive action. He is now available as a substitute and could provide a creative boost if called upon. With three Premier League starts this season, he will look to work his way back into the lineup as his fitness improves.

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Nathan Collins - Finds bench role Collins (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Collins returns to the squad after a calf injury sustained against Sunderland kept him out of Brentford's last three fixtures. The club captain is available as a substitute after also missing the draw against Aston Villa. Sepp van den Berg is expected to handle a starting role in central defense while Collins works toward a full workload.

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Josh Da Silva - Remains sidelined with hamstring injury Dasilva (hamstring) remains unavailable for Saturday's Premier League clash against Liverpool as he continues recovering from injury, according to the club.

Impact Dasilva has yet to make an appearance for Brentford during the 2026/27 season and remains sidelined after suffering a hamstring injury during an U21 match before the international break. The midfielder has endured a lengthy injury history, making just two appearances since the 2023/24 campaign. His latest setback has further delayed his return to competitive action, with no clear timetable established for his recovery.

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Mikkel Damsgaard - Could return against Liverpool Damsgaard (ankle) is making progress in his recovery ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash against Liverpool, although his availability remains uncertain, according to coach Kei...

Impact Damsgaard missed Brentford's previous match against Aston Villa after suffering an ankle injury while on international duty with Denmark. The midfielder had already resumed on-field work but was not yet ready for competitive action. He is getting closer to returning, although his availability against Liverpool remains uncertain. Damsgaard has started three Premier League matches this season and would provide Brentford with another creative option in midfield once fully fit.

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Nathan Collins - Nearing return from calf injury Collins (calf) is progressing toward a return but remains uncertain for Saturday's Premier League clash against Liverpool, according to coach Keith Andrews, per Jon Harland.

Impact Collins continues recovering from the calf injury he sustained against Sunderland, which has kept him out of Brentford's subsequent fixtures, including the draw against Aston Villa. The club captain is getting closer to returning, although his availability against Liverpool remains uncertain. Sepp van den Berg, who was a regular starter before his injury, is expected to start in central defense, with Jannik Schuster also uncertain due to an ankle issue.

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Kevin Schade - Back on the grass ahead of Liverpool Schade (shoulder) has returned to on-field training but remains uncertain for Saturday's Premier League clash against Liverpool, according to coach Keith Andrews, per Jon Harland....

Impact Schade suffered a shoulder injury during Brentford's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa, forcing him off early in the second half after initially attempting to play through the discomfort. The winger has made progress in his recovery, although his participation against Liverpool will depend on his fitness ahead of the match. Schade has scored three goals in five Premier League appearances this season, making him Brentford's leading scorer and an important attacking option whose absence would be significant.

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Jannik Schuster - Uncertain despite training return Schuster (ankle) has resumed on-field training but remains uncertain for Saturday's Premier League clash against Liverpool, according to coach Keith Andrews, per Jon Harland. "Scha...

Impact Schuster was withdrawn at halftime against Aston Villa after aggravating an ankle issue he had carried into the match. The center-back has started Brentford's last three Premier League fixtures while covering for the injured Nathan Collins, although his own fitness is now in question. Aaron Hickey could again provide cover centrally if Schuster is unavailable, while Sepp van den Berg's return to the matchday squad offers another defensive alternative.

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Dango Ouattara - Gets another cameo off bench Ouattara registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Ouattara made his third consecutive Premier League appearance off the bench, attempting one shot and recording three tackles, two of which he won, during his 23 minutes on the pitch. The winger has struggled to establish himself in the starting lineup after opening the season with two starts. Ouattara has yet to register a goal or assist in the league this season, but Kevin Schade's injury could open the door for increased playing time in the upcoming fixtures.

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Mathias Jensen - Sees first minutes since injury Jensen recorded one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Jensen made his first competitive appearance following a four-match absence caused by a strain, playing 23 minutes and completing his only attempted cross. His return came earlier than initially anticipated, with the midfielder previously expected to remain sidelined until late October. Jensen's availability provides Brentford with additional creativity and depth in central midfield, where Yehor Yarmolyuk and Mikkel Damsgaard remain among his competitors for playing time. His minutes could gradually increase over the coming fixtures as he works toward regaining full match fitness.

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Mamadou Sangare - Contributes off bench Sangare registered three tackles (two won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Aston Villa.

Impact Sangare entered following Kevin Schade's injury and contributed defensively during his 38 minutes on the pitch, recording three tackles, three clearances and one interception. The midfielder has now started on the bench for two consecutive Premier League matches after featuring in the starting lineup for Brentford's opening four fixtures. He has accumulated one assist, five chances created, 17 tackles and seven interceptions across six league appearances this season. With Yehor Yarmolyuk recently preferred in midfield, Sangare faces competition for starts, although his versatility and Schade's potential absence could create opportunities for additional playing time.

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Igor Thiago - Creates three chances Thiago generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Thiago struggled to threaten the goal directly, attempting just one shot, but contributed to Brentford's attacking buildup by creating three chances. His delivery also helped produce Yehor Yarmolyuk's early opener, although he missed a promising opportunity from Michael Kayode's cross in the second half. The striker has now scored just once from 14 shots while creating five chances across six Premier League appearances this season. After scoring 22 league goals last season, Thiago has endured a difficult start to the new campaign and will look to rediscover his scoring touch in the upcoming fixtures.

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Jaidon Anthony - Assists late equalizer Anthony assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Anthony made another decisive attacking contribution, providing the assist for Kristoffer Ajer's late equalizer after combining with the defender inside Aston Villa's penalty area. The winger also attempted one shot on target and created one chance during his 85 minutes on the pitch. He has now registered a goal contribution in consecutive Premier League appearances and has started Brentford's last three league matches. Anthony has accumulated one goal, one assist and eight chances created across six league appearances, including four starts, strengthening his case for a regular place in the starting lineup.

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Keane Lewis-Potter - Starts in advanced position Lewis-Potter recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Aston Villa.

Impact Lewis-Potter operated in an attacking midfield role rather than his usual left-back position, with El Hadji Malick Diouf making his first league start on the defensive flank. The versatile player attempted one shot and delivered one cross during his 67 minutes on the pitch but was unable to contribute directly to either of Brentford's goals. He has now accumulated one goal, one assist, eight chances created, six tackles and four interceptions across six Premier League appearances this season. His ability to cover both defensive and attacking positions should help him maintain regular involvement, although his exact role could continue to fluctuate depending on the team's lineup.

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Vitaly Janelt - Records four interceptions Janelt recorded two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minute.

Impact Janelt delivered another solid performance in central midfield, recording four interceptions to help Brentford disrupt Aston Villa's attacking play. The midfielder has now played every minute of the opening six Premier League matches, contributing two goals, five chances created, 13 crosses, including nine corners, 18 tackles and 20 interceptions. His defensive consistency and occasional involvement in attacking situations make him a key figure in Brentford's midfield, and he should remain a regular starter moving forward.

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Michael Kayode - Delivers solid defensive display Kayode recorded three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Impact Kayode retained his starting role at right-back and delivered an important defensive performance, recording two blocks, including a crucial intervention to deny Johan Manzambi during the first half. The defender also contributed going forward, creating one chance and delivering two crosses, one of which nearly resulted in a goal for Igor Thiago. He has now accumulated one goal, four tackles, seven interceptions and four blocks across six Premier League appearances this season. His consistent involvement suggests he remains firmly established as Brentford's preferred right-back.

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El Hadji Malick Diouf - Impresses in first league start Diouf registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Diouf made his first Premier League start of the season in his third appearance, operating at left-back and delivering an active performance at both ends of the pitch. The defender attempted two shots and four crosses while also recording four tackles and two clearances, demonstrating his ability to contribute offensively and defensively. His inclusion allowed Keane Lewis-Potter, who had previously occupied the left-back position, to move into a more advanced attacking role.

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Caoimhin Kelleher - Makes five saves against Villa Kelleher recorded five saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Kelleher delivered another productive performance between the posts, making five saves, including an excellent reflex stop to deny John McGinn from close range just before halftime. Despite conceding twice, the goalkeeper helped Brentford preserve their unbeaten start to the Premier League season. He has now accumulated 22 saves, conceded six goals and kept two clean sheets across six league appearances. Kelleher remains the undisputed starter and will next face Liverpool in Brentford's upcoming Premier League fixture.

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Kristoffer Ajer - Scores equalizer vs. Villa Ajer scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th minute.

Impact Despite playing as a center-back, Ajer broke the lines from his own half and found himself inside the box, slotting a shot into Zion Suzuki's near post to even things up for the Bees. This was Ajer's first goal of the Premier League campaign, but don't expect the Norwegian defender to be a regular scorer for the Bees. He has far more value from a defensive standpoint, as evidenced by his average of 7.0 clearances per game in the current campaign.

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