Brentford vs Leicester Prediction: 30/11/2024

Brentford has made an impressive start to the season, sitting in 11th place in the Premier League. They are just two points away from the top six, putting them closer to a European spot than to the relegation zone, where they are eight points clear. The team, led by Bryan Mbeumo, has been showing consistency, with only one loss in their last four matches, including two victories and one draw. After a 3-2 win over Bournemouth, Brentford was held to a 0-0 draw at Everton last weekend.

Leicester, promoted last season, has found life in the Premier League challenging but managed to secure their place in the top flight for another season. Currently in 16th place, just one point above the relegation zone, they had some positive results in October, winning two games against Bournemouth and Southampton.

However, they have struggled since then, going four games without a win, including three losses and one draw. Leicester’s recent results include a 1-1 draw with Ipswich, as well as losses to Nottingham Forest (1-3), Manchester United (3-0), and Chelsea (1-2).

For Brentford, defender Ajer and long-term absentees Hickey, Henry, and Dasilva will miss the match. Captain Norgaard is also suspended, and while young attacking midfielder Gustavo Nunes is nearing a return, he remains uncertain. Summer signing Igor Thiago made his debut last weekend after recovering from injury, adding depth to the attack alongside Damsgaard, Wissa, and Mbeumo.

On Leicester’s side, they will be without their second-choice goalkeeper Stolarczyk, backup full-back Ricardo Pereira, and possibly winger Fatawu, who is still recovering from injury. However, they will welcome back Argentine midfielder Buonanotte from suspension. Veteran striker Vardy is expected to start up front after scoring in the Chelsea match.

Prediction

Leicester’s poor away form, with six losses in their last eight away games and 16 goals conceded, plays into Brentford’s hands. The Bees have been in excellent form, winning 18 points from their last seven games, scoring 20 goals in the process.

Prediction: Brentford 3 – 1 Leicester