Brentford Team News Page 3 - Soccer

Michael Kayode - Plays first half in draw Kayode registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland.

Impact Kayode had limited time to influence proceedings, recording one shot, one cross and one interception across his 45 minutes before Brentford made three changes at the interval. The right-back already has one goal through three Premier League appearances, showing he can provide some attacking output from the position. Aaron Hickey's introduction at halftime does, however, give Brentford another option on the right and creates competition for Kayode's starting role.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Igor Thiago - Still without goal contribution Thiago had two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sunderland.

Impact Thiago produced Brentford's first significant test of Roefs with one of his two attempts finding the target, but he was unable to convert and remains without a goal contribution through three Premier League appearances. That's a quiet opening compared with his 22-goal Premier League campaign last season. Continuing to generate shots is encouraging, but Brentford will be looking for their center-forward to rediscover the finishing efficiency that made him such a productive scorer.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mamadou Sangare - Shows attacking intent Sangare had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minute.

Impact Sangare was active from midfield during the first half, attempting two shots in just 45 minutes and regularly looking to push into more advanced areas before being withdrawn at the break. That performance continued an encouraging start to the season for the summer arrival from Lens, whose physicality, ball-carrying ability and willingness to progress play have already been evident. Those qualities give Brentford a dynamic two-way presence in central midfield and should keep Sangare heavily involved as the season develops.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Keane Lewis-Potter - Creates three chances Lewis-Potter had three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland.

Impact Lewis-Potter was one of Brentford's most active attacking outlets despite operating from left-back, with three chances created and three accurate deliveries from eight crosses providing consistent service into advanced areas. He has now created six chances and sent in 18 crosses across three Premier League appearances, showing the attacking volume he can provide from defense. However, his late foul on Wilson Isidor resulted in the penalty from which Sunderland equalized, taking some shine off an otherwise productive performance.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Caoimhin Kelleher - Makes two saves Kelleher had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland.

Impact Kelleher produced two saves Saturday and was only beaten from the penalty spot, narrowly missing out on another clean sheet. The goalkeeper has now made seven saves while conceding just two goals across his first three Premier League appearances, providing Brentford with a steady presence between the posts. He'll look to maintain that strong start against Bournemouth in the Bees' next league fixture.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Vitaly Janelt - Scores in draw Saturday Janelt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.

Impact Janelt found the back of the net in the early stages of the second half for the Bees after smashing a perfect volley from the edge of the box. Janelt has solid upside in most formats due to his two-way contributions, and the numbers back him up. Through three starts this season, Janelt has two goals, three shots, four chances created, nine crosses, seven corners, 11 tackles and 10 interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Collins - Exits with injury in first half Collins exited Saturday's game against Sunderland in the first half due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact The center-back departed the contest in the 17th minute with an undisclosed injury, and further tests will be needed to determine whether he'll be forced to miss an extended period of time. Jannik Schuster took his place in the defensive line and will make his EPL debut.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Antoni Milambo - Will build fitness with B team Milambo (knee) will be involved with the B team over the next couple of weeks, according to coach Keith Andrews, per Jon Harland of West London Sport.

Impact Milambo had been a few weeks behind schedule in his recovery, alternating between modified and full team training as he worked his way back, and this latest step marks meaningful progress toward a return to competitive action. His path back to the first team squad will continue to be monitored as Brentford gradually increases his workload.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sepp Van den Berg - Hoping for return after break van den Berg is back in training and making good progress after his groin injury, according to coach Keith Andrews, who hopes to have him back after the international break, per Jo...

Impact van den Berg has established himself as a reliable presence in Brentford's back line, making his groin issue, which had already been expected to sideline him for the opening weeks of the season following a disjointed preseason, a sizable blow for the defense. His return to training now offers a clearer target for his comeback, with Kristoffer Ajer and Nathan Collins continuing to start at center back in the meantime.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Da Silva - Out until international break Dasilva tweaked his hamstring while playing for the U21s on Monday, and will be out until the international break, according to coach Keith Andrews, per Jon Harland of West London...

Impact Dasilva had gone down without contact before being forced off in that U21 match, a concerning moment given his lengthy injury history, though this timeline of roughly a month before the international break gives a clearer picture of what to expect. His path back to full training will continue to be monitored as he works toward that return.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen - Will miss Sunderland clash Jensen (strain) will miss Saturday's clash against Sunderland as well, according to coach Keith Andrews, per Jon Harland of West London Sport. "We'll just see how he settles over t...

Impact Jensen had already missed the match against Leeds United after picking up a slight strain in training, with Mikkel Damsgaard stepping into midfield in his place, and this continued absence extends his layoff into a third match. Manager Andrews's comments suggest nothing serious, though his path back into the squad will be worth monitoring over the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Josh Da Silva - Forced off with injury Dasilva (undisclosed) was forced off before the half-hour mark during Brentford U21s' 5-1 win over Sunderland U21s after going down without contact, according to Jon Harland.

Impact Dasilva's latest setback is concerning given his lengthy injury history, particularly as he went down without contact before being forced off. There was at least some encouragement in the midfielder being able to walk off the pitch, though he appeared dejected as he left. The nature and severity of the issue remain unclear, with further assessment likely needed to determine whether Dasilva faces another spell on the sidelines.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Fabio Carvalho - Scores for U21 side Carvalho scored for Brentford's Under-21 side during their 5-1 Premier League 2 win over Sunderland Under-21s, according to the club.

Impact Carvalho continues to build up his fitness following a lengthy recovery from a knee injury, having previously returned to action as a substitute during preseason against Rennes. His appearance and goal for the U21s represent another positive step as he works toward full match sharpness and increased first-team involvement. Carvalho should eventually provide additional competition for Dango Ouattara, Mikkel Damsgaard and Kevin Schade in Brentford's attacking positions once fully up to speed.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen - Slight strain, extent unclear Jensen missed Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United after picking up a slight strain in training Friday, according to coach Keith Andrews. "Yeah, a slight strain in training on Fr...

Impact Jensen had started Brentford's Premier League opener against Tottenham before dropping out of the squad for the match against Leeds United due to a slight strain suffered in training on Friday, with Mikkel Damsgaard stepping into midfield in his place. Further clarity on the severity of the strain and any potential recovery timeline should emerge as Brentford continues assessing him.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Rico Henry - Two-minute cameo in stoppage time Henry recorded no stats in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United.

Impact Henry came on in the 88th minute as part of a triple substitution, replacing Keane Lewis-Potter as Brentford pushed for a late winner, and delivered one accurate cross in two minutes of action that failed to produce a chance. His introduction was one of three changes manager Keith Andrews made in stoppage time as the Bees sought to exploit any remaining opportunity to take all three points from Elland Road. Those minutes were his first of the season as he is set to hold a depth role in the back line for the Bees moving forward.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Yehor Yarmoliuk - One chance created off bench Yarmolyuk generated one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United.

Impact Yarmolyuk came on for Mikkel Damsgaard in the 69th minute and delivered one cross in 21 minutes of action as Brentford looked to maintain their attacking shape following Dominic Calvert-Lewin's equalizer. He was able to create only one clear-cut chance in his cameo but contributed to Brentford's continued pressure in the closing stages. Yarmolyuk has now appeared as a substitute in both of Brentford's opening Premier League fixtures and will push for more minutes as the season develops under manager Keith Andrews.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Ajer - 15 clearances in draw Ajer had 15 clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.

Impact Ajer was Brentford's most active defender in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Leeds, making an extraordinary 15 clearances across 90 minutes as the Norwegian center-back repeatedly put his body on the line to prevent Leeds' second-half aerial pressure from breaking down Brentford's defensive structure. He won zero tackles on the night but his positioning and reading of the game kept Leeds to minimal clear-cut opportunities from open play before Dominic Calvert-Lewin's late tap-in arrived from a cross rather than any structural breakdown. Ajer has now made 21 clearances across Brentford's opening two Premier League matches, the most of any outfield player in the division over that span.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Vitaly Janelt - Brillant defensive outing Janelt registered four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 76th minute.

Impact Janelt made four interceptions and delivered three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Leeds, providing the deep corner delivery that Nathan Collins looped back into the box for Mikkel Damsgaard's headed chance in the second half, while also delivering four crosses of which two were accurate throughout 90 minutes. He provided the defensive cover in front of Brentford's back four that allowed Mamadou Sangare to push forward with greater freedom, and his disciplined positioning helped Brentford limit Leeds' attacking threat for long stretches, ending the game with three tackles and one block to add to his interceptions. Janelt has now made eight interceptions across Brentford's opening two Premier League matches, the highest total of any Brentford player in that span.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Callum Wilson - Brief cameo in stoppage time Wilson registered one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United.

Impact Wilson came on for Michael Kayode in the 89th minute, registering one shot that failed to trouble James Trafford in the two minutes of action he had before the final whistle. His introduction was part of a triple substitution as Brentford looked to exploit any remaining opportunity to steal all three points. Wilson has now appeared twice off the bench in Brentford's opening two Premier League matches without scoring.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Dango Ouattara - Three crosses off bench Ouattara generated one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United.

Impact Ouattara came on in the 61st minute for Jaidon Anthony and immediately sparked a Brentford counter-attack, cutting inside from the right and delivering the cross that Igor Thiago headed at James Trafford in the 79th minute before the Brazilian could only turn the rebound into the side netting. He registered one shot and three crosses of which none were accurate across 29 minutes of action, also being involved in the incident that Brentford felt should have resulted in a penalty as Kevin Schade went down after Jayden Bogle appeared to step on his foot. Ouattara now has contributed three shots and three chances created in two Premier League appearances this campaign.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Kayode - Four crosses in tie Kayode recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United.

Impact Kayode played 88 minutes at right-back before being replaced by Callum Wilson in the closing stages, delivering four crosses of which one was accurate as Brentford's primary outlet down the right flank against a Leeds side that defended well in their own half throughout. He did not register a shot but contributed to Brentford's sustained pressure during the first half, helping the Bees control the possession at Elland Road. Kayode has now started both of Brentford's Premier League fixtures this season, providing the defensive and attacking balance that manager Keith Andrews requires from the right-back position.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Mikkel Damsgaard - Creates two chances in draw Damsgaard registered two shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Leeds United.

Impact Damsgaard tested James Trafford with a curling shot in the first half and also got too much on a header from Nathan Collins' looped ball at a corner that went over the frame in the second, registering two shots including one on goal while also delivering two corners, six crosses of which one was accurate and two chances created before being replaced by Yehor Yarmolyuk in the 69th minute. He was one of manager Keith Andrews' two changes from the opening weekend win over Tottenham and provided the creative link between Mamadou Sangare and Brentford's front three for the first hour of the match. Damsgaard now has one shot on goal across Brentford's opening two Premier League appearances.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Jaidon Anthony - Involved in opener Anthony registered two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Leeds United. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Anthony started against his former loan club and was directly involved in the buildup to Kevin Schade's 41st minute opener, delivering the initial cross that was headed back into a central position for Mamadou Sangare before Keane Lewis-Potter provided the decisive delivery. He registered two shots and one accurate cross from two attempts across 61 minutes before being replaced by Dango Ouattara. Anthony started his first Premier League game this season and will be looking to add a direct goal contribution as he continues to build his fitness.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

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