On and off the field, this is a fixture between two close neighbours. Just one point divides Brentford and Chelsea in the Premier League table, with just five miles between the two clubs’ stadiums.
Brentford enter Friday’s match on the back of a 10-game unbeaten run. Keith Andrews has forged a team with a clear identity and playing style. The same can’t yet be said for Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea.
Nonetheless, Chelsea have the attacking potency and individual quality to harm any opponent, making Friday’s fixture a compelling encounter.
Here is your complete guide on how to watch today’s Premier League fixture, including kick-off times, broadcast networks, and online streaming options.
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Brentford v Chelsea
Time: 8pm BST/3pm ET
Stadium: Gtech Community Stadium (London)
How to watch
United States: Stream on Fubo
Canada: Stream on Fubo
United Kingdom: Watch on Sky Sports Main Event
What to watch for
Chelsea’s season so far has been must-watch. While Alonso has undeniably energised the Blues as an attacking force, demonstrated by Chelsea’s 15 goals in just five games, their defensive record has undermined their efforts.
Indeed, Chelsea have conceded at least twice in each of their Premier League matches this season. It’s this defensive vulnerability that will surely hold back the Blues from challenging for the title, with last weekend’s 2-2 home draw against Hull City changing the mood around Stamford Bridge.
Brentford have scored 12 goals in their last five outings in all competitions and will pose Chelsea a problem through their swiftness on the break and prowess from set pieces. Defeat to the Bees would change perceptions over Chelsea’s start to life under Alonso.
Player to watch: Morgan Rogers, Chelsea - Seven goal contributions in six games has gone some way to repaying the £117m fee Chelsea paid to sign Rogers from Aston Villa in the summer. The England international already looks at home playing for his new club.
