Liverpool vs Brentford Preview

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Liverpool

Liverpool will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold for their trip to Brentford and the Carabao Cup final. The right-back is struggling with a muscle problem and is not expected to return to action until after the March international break.

Ibrahima Konate is also a doubt for the game after picking up a knock in training. The defender has not played since the FA Cup win over Wolves and is unlikely to be risked against Brentford.

Naby Keita and Luis Diaz are both long-term absentees for Liverpool. Keita has been out since December with a hamstring injury, while Diaz is not expected to return until April at the earliest after suffering a knee injury in the defeat to Arsenal.

Brentford

Brentford have no fresh injury concerns ahead of the game against Liverpool. Thomas Frank is expected to name a strong team for the match, with Ivan Toney leading the line.

Christian Norgaard and Mathias Jensen are both available after overcoming minor injuries. The pair missed the defeat to Everton but are expected to be fit to face Liverpool.

Rico Henry is the only long-term absentee for Brentford. The left-back has been out since September with a knee injury and is not expected to return until next month.

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool

• Alisson
• Gomez
• Matip
• Robertson
• Fabinho
• Henderson
• Thiago
• Salah
• Firmino
• Nunez

Brentford

• Raya
• Ajer
• Pinnock
• Mee
• Roerslev
• Jensen
• Norgaard
• Mbeumo
• Wissa
• Toney

Key Stats

• Liverpool have won their last four Premier League games against Brentford.
• Brentford have not beaten Liverpool in the Premier League since 1938.
• Liverpool are unbeaten in their last 10 Premier League games.
• Brentford have lost their last three Premier League games.
• Liverpool have scored at least two goals in each of their last five Premier League games.

Prediction

Liverpool will be looking to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table with a win over Brentford. The Reds are in excellent form and will be confident of beating a Brentford side who have lost their last three games.

Brentford will need to be at their best to get anything from the game. The Bees have a good record at home this season, but they will need to improve their recent form if they are to avoid defeat.

Overall, Liverpool are the clear favorites for the game. The Reds are in better form and have a stronger squad. However, Brentford have shown that they can be a dangerous team on their day. The Bees will need to be at their best if they are to get anything from the game.