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Brentford vs Chelsea forecast: Chelsea has chance to break poor away record

Brentford vs Chelsea forecast: Chelsea has chance to break poor away record

Chelsea are set to continue their quest for a top-four spot in the Premier League this season as they travel to the Gtech Community Stadium to face Brentford on Sunday.

The Blues boosted their chances of qualifying for the Champions League next season with a crucial victory against rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday.

Enzo Maresca's team had a tough first half against Spurs, but Enzo Fernandez's goal in the 50th minute sealed a 1-0 win.

Sitting in fourth place, Chelsea will aim to enhance their away form against Brentford, who currently sit in 11th place and have struggled for better results at home.

Team news

For Brentford, Thomas Frank is likely to have a similar squad to the one that suffered a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle in their previous match.

The Bees still have some players out injured, including Fabio Carvalho, Igor Thiago, Gustavo Nunes, Mathias Jensen, Aaron Hickey, and Rico Henry.

As for Chelsea, captain Reece James could return to the starting lineup after coming on as a substitute in the win over Spurs.

Romeo Lavia is uncertain for the match against Brentford due to injury, while Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, and Nicolas Jackson are available after recent injury concerns.

The stats

Brentford, managed by Thomas Frank, has not won any of their last eight home games, losing six of them.
Brentford, managed by Thomas Frank, has not won any of their last eight home games, losing six of them.

Chelsea have not won any of their last seven away games in the Premier League, suffering four consecutive defeats before the Brentford clash.

Brentford also have a poor home record, failing to win in their last seven league matches, including a 1-0 loss to Plymouth in the FA Cup.

The Bees' last home league victory dates back to December 7 in a 4-2 win against Newcastle United.

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has scored in his last two encounters with Brentford.

Prediction

Sunday's match features a home side with a weak home record against an away team that struggles on the road.

Despite Chelsea's recent difficulties away, they have faced tough opponents and are likely to secure a narrow victory following their fighting spirit against Tottenham.

The Blues have a solid record at Brentford and should clinch a vital win on Sunday.