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Zanka - Strong volume in loss Zanka made three interceptions and two tackles during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Zanka failed to keep a clean sheet, but did well cleaning up at the back holding Chelsea to only a single shot in the match. The defender has been a recent addition to the starting XI, but has frequently appeared off the bench. He will hope to remain in the starting XI on Sunday, against Leicester.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Three crosses in loss Henry sent in three crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Henry created a single chance in a solid performance on the left side of midfield. The wing-back failed to get back and had little-to-no defensive volume, capping his upside in the match. He will face an easier task Sunday, at home against Leicester, who have struggled defensively early in the season.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Two shots in loss Mbeumo shot twice and sent in two corners during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Mbeumo failed to get much done, with both of his shots ending up off target. The forward lacks upside with only two goals this season, but with Brentford in good form he could bounce back Sunday, against Leicester. Mbeumo has started all eight league matches this season, and played a full 90 in three of them.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen - Nine crosses in loss Jensen sent in nine crosses (one accurate), and took three corners during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Jensen had plenty of chances to get on the scoresheet, with his duty on set-pieces giving him a safe floor. He was repeatedly stopped by Edouard Mendy, but the midfielder still has a guaranteed spot in the heart of a surprisingly good Brentford side. Next up is another tough clash with Leicester City at home.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaly Janelt - Expected back Saturday Janelt (thigh) will be available versus Chelsea on Saturday after manager Frank Thomas told reporters, "Kristoffer Ajer (hamstring) and Vitaly Janelt should be available."

Impact Janelt has registered one goal on six shots (three on target), seven crosses (four accurate) and two corners in six appearances (all starts) this season. With his thigh injury seemingly behind him, the midfielder should reclaim his spot in the starting XI on Saturday and could offer decent mid-range fantasy value.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Ajer - In contention against Chelsea Ajer (hamstring) is available to play in Saturday's clash with Chelsea. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Kristoffer Ajer and Vitaly Janelt (thigh) should be available."

Impact Ajer started all six of the club's matches prior to getting hurt, meaning he should be a near-lock to feature Saturday as well. In those contests, the central defender registered 21 clearances, seven interceptions and seven tackles (four won) but just one shot (off target).

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shandon Baptiste - Sustains dislocated shoulder Baptiste was diagnosed with a dislocated shoulder and will not be available against Chelsea on Saturday.

Impact Baptiste suffered his shoulder injury prior to the international break but won't be back in time to avoid missing any match time. The midfielder has started three of his last four appearances and should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI once cleared to play.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 11, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

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OCTOBER 7, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

David Raya - Concedes once against West Ham Raya conceded one goal and made four saves in Sunday's 2-1 win over West Ham United. He also added one clearance.

Impact Raya was unable to keep a clean sheet, and he has now conceded at least one goal in four of his last five starts. That said, he has had excellent results for a promoted side, as he hasn't allowed more than one goal in all but one of his starts so far.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney - Takes one shot Sunday Toney took one shot on target and created two chances in Sunday's 2-1 win over West Ham United. He also registered four clearances and one rackle won while also drawing five fouls.

Impact Toney was active defensively and also created two chances, with one of those eventually resulting in Bryan Mbeumo's goal. The striker ended a streak of five straight games with two or more shots, but he already has two goals and two assists on the campaign.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Mbeumo - Scores against West Ham Mbeumo scored a goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over West Ham United.

Impact Mbeumo was able to bag his second goal in three matches, as he opened Brentford's account following a tap-in from close range following a rebound. The Frenchman has started every game he's played in so far, and his role shouldn't change until further notice.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Yoane Wissa - Bags winning goal Wissa scored the winning goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over West Ham United.

Impact For the second game in a row, Wissa came off the bench to score a late goal -- but this time, his strike gave Brentford all three points. Wissa seems to be doing enough to deserve a bigger role, but he might remain as a bench alternative with Bryan Mbeumo and Ivan Toney as the starting forwards -- at least for now.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford's injury problems mean what was a good victory becomes a great one Brentford’s victory over West Ham was the first time that they have beaten a team that finished in the top six last season

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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OCTOBER 3, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Wissa scores late for Onyeka's Brentford to stun Benrahma's West Ham United ' Goal.com Ivory Coast international Yoane Wissa came off the bench to score the winner as Brentford overpowered Said Benrahma’s West Ham United.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Wissa scores late for Onyeka's Brentford to stun West Ham United's Benrahma ' Goal.com Ivory Coast international Yoane Wissa came off the bench to score the winner as Brentford overpowered Said Benrahma’s West Ham United.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Yoane Wissa snatches last-gasp Bees winner v. West Ham United ' Premier League

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Bryan Mbeumo pounces to grab Brentford edge v. West Ham United ' Premier League

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Shandon Baptiste - Comes off injured against West Ham Baptiste was subbed out of Sunday's victory against West Ham United in the 29th minute after suffering a shoulder injury. He took two shots in the match before being taken off.

Impact It is unclear whether Baptiste will be forced to miss additional game time due to his injury, he left the pitch trying to immobilize his left shoulder to the best of his abilities. He gets an extended recovery period thanks to the international break before facing Chelsea on Oct. 16.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaly Janelt - Late scratch Sunday Janelt was a late scratch ahead of Sunday's match against West Ham because of a thigh injury suffered in warmups.

Impact Janelt was injured in warmups and had to be replaced by Frank Onyeka in the starting XI Sunday. It changes things up for Brentford in a tough spot, though Onyeka has plenty of experience already with his new team.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Ajer - Not in squad Sunday Ajer is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Sunday after suffering a muscle injury last weekend, according to local media outlet vg.

Impact Ajer will not take part in the match after he failed to make the squad on Sunday. He apparently suffered a muscle injury last weekend, something that wasn't disclosed by the team and it's enough to keep him out for his national team, as well. Zanka is getting the start instead against West Ham.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Pinnock - Good to go Sunday Pinnock is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with West Ham.

Impact Pinnock returns after being a slight doubt in the buildup to Sunday's match. The defender takes up a role in the Brentford back four for their Premier League clash with West Ham.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford's Frank: West Ham United's Benrahma has Premier League class at a high level ' Goal.com Brentford manager Thomas Frank has described West Ham United winger Said Benrahma as Premier League class especially when with the ball.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Ethan Pinnock - Should be good to face West Ham Pinnock (undisclosed) is available for Sunday's trip to West Ham, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Pinnock appears ready to go Sunday after leaving in the 43rd minute of last weekend's match. It's unknown what the exact issue was, but if he can't go against West Ham, Zanka will likely be asked to start. Pinnock has started all six matches this season, producing one goal and one assist from one shot on target and one chance created.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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