The Reds may not have been at their very best at the City Ground but ensured they are still heavy favourites to claim the top prize in English football, leading the way by four points while also boasting a game in hand.
Brentford recovered from their shock 1-0 FA Cup defeat at home to Plymouth by coming from behind late on to snatch a 2-2 draw against Manchester City on Tuesday night. Here’s everything you need to know about the game today.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Brentford vs Liverpool is scheduled for a 3pm GMT kick-off time today on Saturday 18 January 2025.
The Gtech Community Stadium in London will host.
Where to watch Brentford vs Liverpool
TV channel and live stream: The game will not be shown live in the UK as it takes place during the 3pm blackout across English football on Saturdays.
Free highlights: Supporters will be able to watch highlights for free when Match of the Day airs at 10.30pm GMT on BBC One on Saturday.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog.
Brentford vs Liverpool team news
Rico Henry is starting to make his comeback for Brentford, although their injury list remains lengthy. All of Igor Thiago, Aaron Hickey, Kristoffer Ajer, Ethan Pinnock, Gustavo Nunes, Ryan Trevitt and Josh Dasilva are expected to miss out here. Otherwise, there are no fresh injury concerns.
Liverpool could be without Diogo Jota after he picked up a “little niggle” in his scoring cameo off the bench against Nottingham Forest and missed training. Luis Diaz was also not involved in Thursday’s session, but that was due to a sore throat and he is expected to recover in time to face Brentford.
Darwin Nunez will be free from suspension, but Joe Gomez remains injured.
Joe Gomez remains unavailable for Liverpool
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Brentford vs Liverpool prediction
Brentford are generally so good at home and Liverpool have endured a draining week, albeit one that maintains their good position. With that in mind, a draw does not seem out of the question.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Brentford vs Liverpool match odds
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
