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2020-21 Championship Play-Off Final – Brentford vs Swansea Preview & Prediction

2020-21 Championship Play-Off Final – Brentford vs Swansea Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When does Brentford vs Swansea kick off? Saturday 29th May 2021 – 15:00 (UK)

Where is Brentford vs Swansea being played? Wembley Stadium, London

Where can I get tickets for Brentford vs Swansea? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information

What TV channel is Brentford vs Swansea 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 Brentford vs Swansea in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go

THE TEAM NEWS

BRENTFORD

Predicted line-up (3-4-1-2): Raya; Dalsgaard, Jansson, Pinnock; Roerslev, Jensen, Janelt, Canos; Marcondes; Toney, Mbeumo

Unavailable: Baptiste (Injured)

Questionable: Henry (Injured), Norgaard (Injured)

SWANSEA

Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Woodman; Naughton, Cabango, Guehi, Bidwell; Fulton, Grimes, Hourihane; Roberts, Ayew, Lowe

Unavailable: Morris (Injured), Routledge (Injured)

Questionable:

THE PREDICTION

The richest match in world football will involve Brentford for the second year in succession as they take on Swansea for a place in the Premier League. Last season saw them beaten by Fulham via a single goal in extra time and after beating Bournemouth in their play-off semi-final, the Bees will be desperate to erase those demons and secure their spot in the top flight. Swansea meanwhile, have already gone one better than last year after getting through their semi-final tie vs Barnsley and Steve Cooper’s side are now one win away from a return to the Premier League since being relegated back in 2018. The two league matches between Brentford and Swansea both ended in 1-1 draws and with the stakes so high in this match, another close encounter is expected.

Three of the four Championship semi-final play-off legs ended with under 2.5 goals scored over 90 minutes and the same outcome has to be favoured here. In regards to the overall outcome, neither team will likely take too many risks offensively and risk being caught on the counter attack and with a cagey encounter on the cards, it would not be a surprise if extra time and even penalties are needed to decide a winner.

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