Brentford awaits Liverpool as title pressure builds

Premier League leaders Liverpool will visit the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday, aware that anything less than a win against Brentford could intensify the pressure in the race for the title.

Arne Slot’s side began the season in spectacular form, opening a nine-point lead at the top of the table. However, a recent slump has seen them claim just three victories in their last seven league outings. Their draw against Nottingham Forest on Tuesday reduced their lead to four points, following Arsenal’s win over Tottenham Hotspur. 

While Liverpool have played one game fewer than their title rivals, the trip to Brentford presents a significant test of their resolve. Catch the action live on GOtv Channel 65 at 4 pm on Saturday.

The Bees have been formidable at home this season, dropping only five points in at home. They displayed their resilience on Tuesday, clawing back from two goals down to secure a point against Manchester City. Liverpool will take confidence from their 4-1 win in the corresponding fixture last season and their four victories in the last five meetings with Brentford. However, Brentford’s last triumph against Liverpool was a 3-1 win at home back in January 2023.

Later on Saturday, Arsenal will host Aston Villa at 6:30 pm, live on GOtv Channel 65. Villa, managed by former Arsenal boss Unai Emery, were the last away team to claim a league win at the Emirates Stadium. Their 2-0 victory in April dented Arsenal’s title hopes, with the Gunners eventually finishing two points behind champions Manchester City. Arsenal face mounting injury concerns, with key players Bukayo Saka, Ethan Nwaneri, Ben White, Gabriel Jesus, and Ricardo Calafiori all sidelined.

The rest of the Week 22 fixtures include Newcastle taking on Bournemouth, West Ham hosting Crystal Palace, Leicester facing Fulham, Nottingham Forest battling Southampton, and Everton clashing with Tottenham. On Sunday, Manchester United welcome Brighton to Old Trafford, while Manchester City travel to Ipswich. Week 22 concludes on Monday as Chelsea host Wolverhampton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge, live on GOtv Channel 65 at 9 pm.

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