2020-21 Championship – Bournemouth vs Brentford Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Bournemouth vs Brentford kick off? Monday 17th May 2021 – 18:00 (UK)
Where is Bournemouth vs Brentford being played? Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth
Where can I get tickets for Bournemouth vs Brentford? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Bournemouth vs Brentford on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Bournemouth vs Brentford in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
BOURNEMOUTH
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Begovic; A. Smith, Carter-Vickers, S. Cook, Kelly; Pearson, Lerma; Brooks, Billing, Groeneveld; Solanke
Unavailable: L. Cook (Injured), Stanislas (Injured)
Questionable:
BRENTFORD
Predicted line-up (3-4-1-2): Raya; Jansson, Norgaard, Pinnock; Roerslev, Jensen, Janelt, Canos; Fosu; Forss, Toney
Unavailable: Baptiste (Injured)
Questionable: Dalsgaard (Injured), Henry (Injured), Pinnock (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
This should prove a cracking encounter as two naturally attacking sides go head-to-head in this Championship play-off first leg. Indeed, Brentford have racked up the highest number of goals in the division this season having netted 79 times this season with Bournemouth the third highest scorers with 73 goals. The Bees head to the Vitality Stadium unbeaten in their last 12 league games, including a 0-1 victory on this ground away at Bournemouth despite being reduced to ten-men. The visitors will be encouraged by the Cherries having lost their last three matches heading into the playoffs with momentum a big factor in the playoffs. Therefore, Brentford won’t be afraid to take the game to the home side in a bid to secure a first leg lead, however Bournemouth have more than enough quality up front to garner a first leg advantage themselves should be they be afforded the opportunities in front of goal. With that in mind, both teams to score looks very much the smart play.
