Chelsea will host Brentford in the Premier League on Sunday evening, eager to break a frustrating winless streak against their London rivals.
Enzo Maresca’s side has failed to secure a league victory against the Bees in their last five encounters, with their most recent triumph coming under Thomas Tuchel in December 2021.
A Tough Record Against Brentford
The past five Premier League meetings have been dominated by Brentford, who have claimed three wins and two draws:
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- March 2, 2024: Brentford 2-2 Chelsea
Chelsea’s last success against the Bees came in the 2021 Carabao Cup, with a 2-0 win, followed by a narrow 1-0 league victory two months earlier.
Chelsea’s Current Form
Despite their struggles against Brentford, Chelsea is enjoying a purple patch, riding a six-game winning streak in all competitions and remaining unbeaten in nine.
Their last defeat came on October 30, when Newcastle United knocked them out of the Carabao Cup. With momentum firmly on their side, Maresca’s men will be determined to end their Brentford drought and maintain their impressive form.
Embed from Getty ImagesMaresca’s Thoughts on Brentford
Speaking ahead of the game, Chelsea’s head coach praised Brentford’s adaptability and the tactical prowess of Thomas Frank. The Bees have been in strong form themselves, losing just once in their last five matches (W3, D1).
Maresca emphasized the need for discipline and focus against a team capable of shifting between multiple styles of play.
“The good thing about them is that they can play in different styles,” said Maresca. “They can play in a back four, a back five, or transition between them seamlessly. It’s quite complicated, but we are going to try to do our best.”
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Maresca also highlighted the importance of Chelsea fans in supporting the team through what he anticipates will be a challenging contest. “I said after the Tottenham game, we need our fans for Sunday. It’s going to be a tough game, decided by tiny details, so we need to pay attention.”
A Chance to Rewrite the Narrative
Sunday’s clash is a golden opportunity for Chelsea to not only extend their unbeaten run but also overcome a Brentford side that has been their bogey team in recent years. With both sides vying for critical points, fans can expect an intense London derby under the Stamford Bridge lights.
