West London neighbours Brentford and Chelsea face off this Sunday at the Gtech Community Stadium, with both sides having plenty to play for in the closing stages of the Premier League season. The Bees will be aiming to continue their impressive recent record against the Blues, having lost just one of their last six meetings, while Chelsea look to strengthen their position in the top four race.
Despite their successes at Stamford Bridge in recent seasons, Thomas Frank’s side are yet to defeat Chelsea at home since their promotion to the Premier League, making Sunday’s encounter a perfect opportunity to set that record straight. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea will be looking to build on their midweek win against Tottenham as they push for Champions League qualification.
Key Details
- Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025
- Kick-off: 14:00 (UK Time)
- Venue: Gtech Community Stadium, Brentford
Current Form
Brentford’s Season
Thomas Frank’s Brentford currently sit 11th in the Premier League table with 41 points from 30 matches. Their midweek 2-1 defeat at Newcastle was a setback, but the Bees have shown resilience throughout the season despite injury challenges.
Bryan Mbeumo has been in excellent form, with his penalty against Newcastle bringing his Premier League tally to 16 goals this season – making him the 5th highest scorer in the division. The Cameroonian international sits two goals clear of Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, who has recently experienced a goal drought across all competitions.
Danish playmaker Mikkel Damsgaard has been pivotal to Brentford’s attacking play, providing 10 assists this season – second only to Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah in the Premier League assist charts. The creative midfielder’s ability to find space and carve open defences will be crucial against Chelsea’s resolute midfield.
Kevin Schade’s growing influence was evident against Newcastle, with the German international making more touches (70) than any other attacking player and delivering three key passes – more than anyone else on the pitch. His aerial prowess has developed into a significant weapon for the Bees, ranking 12th in the Premier League for aerials won this season.
Chelsea’s Season
Chelsea occupy 4th place in the Premier League with 52 points from 30 matches. The Blues started the season brilliantly under Maresca, but experienced a dip in form after their 2-1 victory over Brentford in December, failing to win any of their subsequent five league matches.
Since then, Chelsea have managed to steady the ship somewhat, with victories against Wolves, West Ham, Southampton, Leicester, and Tottenham. However, they’ve struggled in the heavyweight encounters, suffering defeats to Manchester City, Brighton, Aston Villa and Arsenal.
Cole Palmer remains Chelsea’s top scorer with 14 Premier League goals, despite going 11 games without finding the net – his longest dry spell since joining the Blues. The England international still ranks second in the Premier League for big chances created and 10th in the assists table, highlighting his continued creative influence even when not scoring.
Moisés Caicedo has been one of Chelsea’s standout performers this season, providing defensive steel in midfield with 88 tackles won and 41 interceptions. The Ecuadorian’s duel with Damsgaard could prove decisive in determining which side controls the middle of the park on Sunday.
Brentford vs Chelsea: Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
| Date | Competition | Result |
| December 15, 2024 | Premier League | Chelsea 2-1 Brentford |
| March 2, 2024 | Premier League | Brentford 2-2 Chelsea |
| October 28, 2023 | Premier League | Chelsea 0-2 Brentford |
| April 26, 2023 | Premier League | Chelsea 0-2 Brentford |
| October 19, 2022 | Premier League | Brentford 0-0 Chelsea |
Brentford have enjoyed considerable success against Chelsea in recent seasons, particularly at Stamford Bridge where they’ve won three of their last five visits. Their 4-1 victory in April 2022 stands as a highlight, with Christian Eriksen, Vitaly Janelt (twice) and Yoane Wissa scoring in a stunning second-half display after Antonio Rüdiger had put Chelsea ahead.
However, the Bees are yet to defeat Chelsea at the Gtech Community Stadium in the Premier League era, with their two previous home fixtures ending in draws. Thomas Frank will be determined to change that record this weekend.
Chelsea claimed victory in this season’s fixture at Stamford Bridge in December, winning 2-1 in what would prove to be their last victory before a five-match winless League run that derailed their early title aspirations.
Statistical Insights & Facts
- Brentford have lost just one of their last six matches against Chelsea
- Bryan Mbeumo (16) is two goals ahead of Cole Palmer (14) in the Premier League scoring charts
- Mikkel Damsgaard (10) ranks second in the Premier League for assists this season, behind only Mohamed Salah (17)
- Moisés Caicedo has won 88 tackles this season – the most by any Chelsea or Brentford player
Premier League | Brentford vs Chelsea: Odds
7bet provides the following odds for the next Premier League match between Brentford and Chelsea.
| Market | Selection | Odds |
| 1X2 | Brentford | 21/10 |
| Draw | 11/4 | |
| Chelsea | 7/6 | |
| First Goal | Brentford | 13/12 |
| No Goal | 18/1 | |
| Chelsea | 11/15 | |
| Double Chance | Brentford or Draw | 7/11 |
| Brentford or Chelsea | 4/15 | |
| Draw or Chelsea | 7/20 | |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | 10/21 |
| No | 31/20 | |
| Draw No Bet | Brentford | 5/4 |
| Chelsea | 4/7 |
Please note that these odds are accurate at the time of publishing. Make sure to check the latest odds before placing your bet.
The Match-Up
The key battle of this match could well be in midfield, where Mikkel Damsgaard’s creative influence will be tested against Moisés Caicedo’s defensive prowess. With 10 assists this season, Damsgaard’s ability to find pockets of space will be crucial to Brentford’s attacking play, while Caicedo will still play as Chelsea’s defensive anchor.
In attack, all eyes will be on the league’s fifth-highest scorer Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer. Kevin Schade’s growing influence for Brentford could also be a factor, with the German international showing impressive development in recent weeks.
With both teams having plenty to play for – Chelsea pushing for Champions League qualification and Brentford possibly still eyeing a potential European spot – this West London derby promises to deliver excitement and intensity. While Chelsea may hold the historical advantage, Brentford’s recent record against the Blues suggests this will be anything but straightforward for Maresca’s men.
The atmosphere at the Gtech Community Stadium will undoubtedly be electric for this London derby, as Brentford look to secure their first home Premier League victory against Chelsea and continue their impressive campaign.
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