Both teams have made a winning start to their Premier League campaigns, but this match between Liverpool and Brentford will provide a much tougher test. Liverpool were able to get the best out of a promoted side in Ipswich after a slow start to the game, while Brentford faced Crystal Palace, who are now on the hook for Michael Olise at Bayern Munich. It is a match that could be quite an open affair, because although Arne Slot’s teams are strong in attack, they also offer opportunities to be countered.
Here are our storylines, how to watch the match and more:
How to watch and odds
- Date: Sunday August 25 | Time: 11:30 am ET
- Location: Anfield-Liverpool, England
- Live stream: Peacock
- Chances: Liverpool-400; Sign +500; Brentford +1000
Storylines
Liverpool: There will be a few lineup questions for the Reds as players get more minutes of practice, like Darwin Nunez. Diogo Jota’s performance was strong and he is expected to remain in the XI, but Slot has options, which is always a good thing. The offense looks sharp early on, but repetition is key.
Brentford: Fabio Carvalho cannot be involved in the match as he is on loan from Liverpool, but all eyes are on Ivan Toney. The England striker could be on his way out with interest from Saudi Arabia and English teams, but with Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa the attack will be in good hands.
Prediction
Through Mohamed Salah, the Reds will get the job done in their first home game under Slot. Choose: Liverpool3, Brentford1
