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Makes bench Tuesday Jensen (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Southampton.

Impact Jensen is only well enough to make the bench Tuesday after leaving the Jan. 2 contest with a minor issue. It's likely he'll make an appearance against Southampton and then be in line to start Sunday at Liverpool, taking the spot of Shandon Baptiste in the XI.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to face Southampton Jensen (undisclosed) is expected to be available for Tuesday's trip to Southampton, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Jensen was subbed off in the 61st minute in the prior contest with what looks to be a minor issue and he may not miss a league match. After a slow start to the season, he's found his role the last few months, having started the team's last four league matches. Most importantly is that he's the main corner taker when on the pitch with nine corners in his last four appearances.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Leeds Jensen is dealing with an undisclosed injury that raises doubts regarding his availability against Leeds United on Sunday. Manager Thomas Frank told reporters, "Mathias and Shandon...

Impact Jensen had started four straight matches prior to testing positive for COVID-19, so it's possible the midfielder is still working his way back to full fitness. Even if Jensen isn't fully fit to start, he could still be in the mix for a spot on the bench.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Everton Jensen (COVID-19) is available for Sunday's match against Everton, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Jensen got an extra week to recover from COVID-19 and get back in training, so there's a chance he could be in the XI Sunday. He had started four-straight matches prior to the break, so there's a decent chance he returns to the XI over Saman Ghoddos.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Status unknown for Saturday Jensen (COVID-19) has to be assessed ahead of Saturday's trip to Newcastle, according to manager Thomas Frank. "He is back from Denmark and now through his quarantine. He was in tr...

Impact Jensen tested positive for COVID-19 early in the break and if he was well, he would be in training by now. Of course, after a few losses, Frank isn't giving much detail on his injured players, so Jensen could either start and go a full 90 Saturday or completely miss out.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Jensen has not been at his best - do Brentford need Saman Ghoddos to help kickstart season? Mathias Jensen has struggled this season - would Saman Ghoddos give Brentford a spark they have missed in recent weeks?

NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Tests positive for COVID-19 Jensen has tested positive for COVID-19 and has withdrawn from the Denmark national team.

Impact Jensen has about 12 days to recover from COVID-19 ahead of the Nov. 20 contest against Newcastle. That's enough time to recover and stay in the starting XI, but if he's not training leading up to the match, Brentford may be forced to look elsewhere in their midfield.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Leicester Jensen created three chances and assisted a goal in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Leicester City. He also made two clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Jensen set up a Zanka goal with a cross on Sunday, but his opponents quickly retook the lead and ultimately won all three points. Brentford have lost two in a row, but next weekend they face Burnley, which are 18th in the Premier League.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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

Plays 10 minutes in season debut Jensen had two chances created in 10 minutes off the bench of his season debut in the 1-1 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Jensen was finally in the squad against Villa and he showed his ability immediately, mainly because he may be on all set pieces for Brentford when on the pitch. The question going forward is where he'll fit in the starting XI with Christian Norgaard, Vitaly Janelt and Frank Onyeka all fighting for minutes.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Edging closer to return Jensen (undisclosed) returned to training this week and could be an option Saturday against Aston Villa, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Jensen is edging closer to a return, but he probably won't start Saturday given his prolonged absence. If all goes well, he'll get a few minutes off the bench Saturday, recover completely over the break, and then be an option to start following the break.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Saturday Jensen (undisclosed) has been training, but he's not an option for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to Thomas Frank.

Impact Jensen should get another week of training in then be an option for the Aug. 28 trip to Villa. Once ready, he'll have to fight for his starting spot given the new additions. He started 71 matches the last two seasons, something that may come down in the Premier League.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slowly making way back Jensen was pictured training with the ball Tuesday after he missed last week's opener because of injury.

Impact It's unknown Jensen's exact injury, as it's been reported that he suffered an ankle injury in the Euros and also has a head wound. Either way, he appears to be edging closer to health and could be an option before the international break.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out for opener Jensen has not played in the preseason and will miss Friday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact There wasn't an injury mentioned for Jensen, which means he probably returned late from the Euros and is slowly getting back into the team. That said, he suffered a foot injury in the final Euro match, so it's possible that's related to his absence. It's unknown when he'll be an option again, but Brentford have options in the midfield between Christian Norgaard and newcomer Frank Onyeka.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest: Denmark coach bemoans late penalty in loss

Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand says he cannot understand how a decisive penalty was awarded against his team in the 2-1 loss to England in the European Championship semifinals

JULY 7, 2021 • Associated Press

Club quarantines prevent players from joining national teams

The pandemic is further disrupting international football with at least a dozen players from the Italian league blocked from joining their national teams

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • Associated Press

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The Latest: Denmark coach bemoans late penalty in loss

Club quarantines prevent players from joining national teams