The Premier League Round 26 fixture between Brentford vs Arsenal will take place at the Gtech Community Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM IST on Friday, 13 February 2026.
League leaders Arsenal travel to West London sitting 1st in the table, while Brentford occupy an impressive 7th position and continue to push for European qualification. With contrasting momentum and significant injury concerns for Arsenal, this clash promises tactical intrigue and intensity under cool 7°C conditions.
Brentford have been strong at home this season, but Arsenal’s defensive solidity and superior head-to-head record make them slight favorites heading into Round 26.
Match Overview – Brentford vs Arsenal
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Brentford vs Arsenal |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | Round 26 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Friday, 13 February 2026 – 01:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Gtech Community Stadium |
| Location | Brentford, Middlesex, England |
| Capacity | 17,250 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 7°C – Cool Conditions |
Match Insight: Arsenal have kept 13 clean sheets this season, while Brentford average 2 goals per match at home.
Season So Far Comparison – Brentford vs Arsenal
| Metric | Brentford | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 7th | 1st |
| Wins | 12 | 17 |
| Draws | 3 | 5 |
| Losses | 10 | 3 |
| Goals Scored | 39 | 49 |
| Avg Goals / Match | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Avg Goals Conceded | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 40.24 | 44.15 |
| xG per 90 | 1.61 | 1.77 |
| Clean Sheets | 6 | 13 |
Recent Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | MW21 | MW22 | MW23 | MW24 | MW25 | Momentum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentford | W | W | L | L | L | Mixed |
| Arsenal | D | D | L | L | W | Recovering |
Brentford started strongly but have lost their last three matches. Arsenal, despite injury setbacks, bounced back with a convincing 3–0 victory over Sunderland.
Head-to-Head – Brentford vs Arsenal
All-Time Premier League Meetings
| Category | Brentford | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 9 | 9 |
| Wins | 1 | 6 |
| Draws | 2 | 2 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 3 Away Wins |
Top Scorers to Watch
Brentford:Igor Thiago – 17 goals, 1 assist (25 matches)
Arsenal:Viktor Gyökeres – 8 goals (23 matches)
Thiago’s physical presence will test Arsenal’s backline, while Gyökeres leads the line effectively in the absence of key creative players.
Predicted Lineups – Brentford vs Arsenal
Brentford (3-5-2) : Caoimhin Kelleher -Ajer – Collins – Van den Berg-Kayode – Janelt – Yarmoliuk – Jensen– Lewis-Potter-Ouattara – Igor Thiago
Arsenal (4-3-3) : David Raya-Timber – Saliba – Gabriel – Hincapié -Havertz – Zubimendi – Rice
Madueke – Gyökeres – Martinelli
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Brentford | Reiss Nelson (Suspension), Fabio Carvalho (Injury), Joshua Dasilva (Injury), Kevin Schade (Suspension) |
| Arsenal | Martin Ødegaard, Max Dowman, Mikel Merino, Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard |
Statistical Projection – Brentford vs Arsenal
| Metric | Brentford | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 27% | 48% |
| Draw Probability | 25% | — |
| Expected Possession | 45% | 55% |
| Shots on Target | 4–6 | 5–8 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.2–1.5 | 1.6–2.1 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 22% | 36% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Igor Thiago | Gyökeres |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Brentford 1–2 Arsenal
Likely Scorers:
- Viktor Gyökeres
- Gabriel Martinelli
- (Brentford) Igor Thiago
Arsenal’s defensive organization and superior squad depth should give them the narrow edge, though Brentford’s home advantage could make it competitive.
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Arsenal to Win
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Over 2.5 Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Viktor Gyökeres
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FAQs – Brentford vs Arsenal
1.What time is Brentford vs Arsenal?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM IST on Friday, 13 February 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, England.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Igor Thiago for Brentford and Viktor Gyökeres for Arsenal.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 away win for Arsenal.
5.Why are Arsenal missing key players?
Several first-team players are sidelined due to injury, including Ødegaard and Saka, impacting attacking depth.