Brentford host Everton this Saturday with both sides locked on 46 points in the Premier League table.
The Bees currently occupy seventh place on goal difference. Keith Andrews has guided his side through a three-game drawing streak recently. However, they won the reverse fixture 4-2 in January.
That result ended a six-game winless run against the Toffees. Consequently, the winner of this clash would strengthen their claim for a top-five finish.
Everton arrive in West London as one of the division’s most improved teams since Christmas. David Moyes has overseen a significant resurgence since returning to the club.
Only Arsenal and Manchester United have collected more points than Everton since matchday 19. The Toffees have won three of their last four matches. They now look to leapfrog the Bees into seventh place.
Last Meeting: Everton 2-4 Brentford (4 January 2026, Premier League)
Keith Andrews manages several significant injury concerns before the visit of the Toffees. Aaron Hickey has returned to training but likely misses this weekend. Vitaly Janelt remains several weeks away with a metatarsal injury.
Furthermore, Fábio Carvalho and Antoni Milambo are out for the season with ACL injuries. Igor Thiago returns to the squad following his first senior international call-up.
David Moyes confirms that Iliman Ndiaye is fit after withdrawing from international duty. Tyrique George is also available after being ineligible to face parent club Chelsea. Charly Alcaraz has resumed training but will not feature this weekend.
Moreover, Jack Grealish remains sidelined with a stress fracture in his foot. Aside from these absences, Moyes reports a nearly fully fit squad.
Brentford have drawn three consecutive Premier League games for the first time since 2024. They have failed to score in three of their last five matches. On home turf, the Bees have struggled lately with no wins in four. However, they remain a dangerous direct side with a high direct speed of 1.89 m/s.
Everton are unbeaten in their last three Premier League away games against Brentford. They have won three of their last four league matches overall. Notably, Jordan Pickford has prevented more goals than any other goalkeeper this season. The Toffees have also won more aerial duels than almost any other side.
Brentford Predicted XI (4-3-3): Kelleher; Lewis-Potter, Collins, Van den Berg, Kayode; Jensen, Henderson, Schade; Damsgaard, Ouattara, Thiago
Everton Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O’Brien, Branthwaite, Keane, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; McNeil, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye; Beto
This match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the 3pm blackout. Highlights will be available on Sky Sports shortly after the final whistle.
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