Event Details
- Date and Time: Saturday, January 17, 2026, 10 AM EST
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England
- Competition: Premier League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Chelsea vs Brentford | Saturday, January 17, 2026, 10 AM EST |
| Chelsea odds | -139 |
| Brentford odds | +370 |
| Draw | +300 |
| Over 2 | -333 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Chelsea vs Brentford Preview and Team News
Chelsea Team News
Chelsea come into this match on the back of a disappointing 2-3 loss to Arsenal in the first leg of their EFL Cup semifinal. Sitting eighth in the standings, the team have won just one of their last five outings, losing twice and drawing twice.
Against Arsenal, the Blues’ poor form in the final third came into full view. Despite holding 58% possession, they managed only an xG of 0.45 and five shots on target. However, their passing accuracy was impressive at 85%.
Mykhaylo Mudryk continues to serve a suspension. Cole Palmer is a doubtful starter due to a groin injury, while Reece James and Romeo Lavia are also questionable. Levi Colwill, meanwhile, has been ruled out.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Brentford (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Cucurella, Chalobah, Fofana, Acheampong; Fernandez, Santos; Neto, Garnacho, Estevao; Pedro.
Brentford Team News
Brentford are enjoying a brilliant season so far and sit fifth in the table, in contention for a Champions League spot next season. The Bees are unbeaten in their last five matches, having kept three clean sheets in that run.
Most recently, Brentford defeated Sheffield Wednesday in the third round of the FA Cup, with rotational striker Keane Lewis-Potter scoring despite his modest 57% passing accuracy. Midfielder Mathias Jensen was perhaps their best player, with an xG of 1.44 and an 82% passing accuracy.
Fabio Carvalho and Joshua Dasilva are sidelined with injuries.
Brentford predicted lineup vs Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Kelleher; Henry, Collins, Ajer, Kayode; Janelt, Yarmoliuk; Schade, Lewis-Potter, Jensen; Thiago.
Chelsea vs Brentford Prediction
- Pick: Chelsea to win or draw
- Odds: -526 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Brentford
Despite Chelsea sitting lower than Brentford in the table, we expect them to either win or draw. At home, their supremacy is uncontested, as they’re unbeaten in seven of their 10 matches at Stamford Bridge and have scored 15 goals this season.
The Blues have won or drawn 10 of their last 13 meetings with the Bees. Moreover, Brentford have struggled on the road, winning just three and losing seven of their 10 away games.
Chelsea vs Brentford Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Total over 1 goal in the first half
- Odds: -169 (20Bet)
More than one goal is expected in the first half. Brentford rely heavily on Igor Thiago, the second-highest goalscorer this season (16), who is in strong form, having netted a brace in his last league encounter.
For Chelsea, despite Palmer being absent, Pedro Neto (five goals) can be counted on to get them ahead in the first half. Brazilian attacker Joao Pedro has also impressed with nine goal contributions this season. He can link up with Neto in the final third.
Chelsea vs Brentford Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- NBC Sports, USA Sports (USA)
- fuboTV (Canada)
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