As Brentford prepares to host Fulham in an upcoming Premier League clash, the match promises to be an intriguing encounter. The Bees aim to break their recent streak against their London rivals, having lost 3-2 in the same fixture last season.
Recent Match History
Fulham has enjoyed a favorable record against Brentford lately. They have won three consecutive league games against the Bees, contrasting with their earlier struggles where they won only two out of their first 14 meetings in the 21st century.
Brentford’s League Performance
- Brentford has drawn their last four Premier League matches.
- Prior to this streak, they had only four draws in their first 28 games of the 2025-26 season.
- The team’s previous instance of five consecutive league draws occurred in March/April 1957.
Fulham’s Struggles Against Top Teams
Fulham encounters difficulties when facing top half teams in the Premier League. They have lost 10 of their last 15 matches against such teams, including a recent loss streak of four games.
Scoring and Defensive Statistics
| Team | Goals Scored in First Half | Goals Conceded After Scoring First |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham | 4 | – |
| Brentford | – | 24 |
Brentford has let in 24 goals after scoring the opening goal, the second highest in the Premier League this season, trailing only Newcastle United.
Offensive Improvements
In terms of attacking, Fulham has improved significantly, recording 41 shots over their last two games, an average of 20.5 per match. This is a notable increase from their average of 12 shots earlier in the season.
Brentford’s Penalty Performance
- Brentford has converted 28 out of 32 penalties, achieving an impressive 87.5% success rate.
- This ranks as the third best conversion rate for teams that have taken 30 or more penalties.
Standout Players
Igor Thiago has stood out for Brentford, netting 21 goals this season, placing him second in Premier League scoring behind Erling Haaland. Only two players have more goals than him in a single season among those in Europe’s top leagues since 2015-16.
Managerial Insights
Fulham’s manager Marco Silva has secured a points-per-game ratio of 1.86 against Brentford in their matches. This demonstrates his effectiveness in promising matchups within the Premier League.
With both teams looking to assert their dominance in this key clash, the match is anticipated to be a thrilling contest in London.
