Bournemouth vs Brentford match review, 1:45 a.m. August 27: Determined to take revenge against a tough opponent

VHO - Commentary on the match Bournemouth vs Brentford, round 2 of the English League Cup, facing their nemesis, the home team Vitality is expected to successfully overcome the curse.

Bournemouth vs Brentford form

Leaving behind a string of poor results in pre-season friendlies, Bournemouth had a decent start to the 2025/26 Premier League season. Despite playing away at Anfield, Andoni Iraola's team still made defending champions Liverpool sweat to win 4-2.

Returning home in round 2, The Cherries created a gift for fans when defeating Wolves 1-0. Except for Marcus Tavernier's goal in the 4th minute, the home team could have created a bigger gap if the strikers in the front line had been more careful with their chances.

However, the first 3 points will certainly be a strong enough mental stimulant for Semenyo and his teammates to be more confident for the long road ahead. The encounter with Brentford in the second round of the English League Cup continues to be expected by Dorset fans to see another impressive performance from Iraola and his team.

Last season, Bournemouth were also drawn against another team in the same league, West Ham. The difference was that the Cherries had to travel to London and suffered a 1-0 defeat. With their spirits high, Bournemouth were expected to avoid a repeat of their early exit.

But Brentford are certainly not an easy opponent. Remember, the Bees are considered the nemesis of the Vitality Stadium team in recent seasons. Specifically, in 10 clashes between the two sides in the last 5 seasons, the away team has won 7, drawn 2 and lost only 1.

Brentford have won both of their last two visits to Vitality Stadium.

Notably, in all three recent encounters, Brentford have won, including two matches at Bournemouth's home ground (both won 2-1). Therefore, despite being underestimated, the London team still has plenty of confidence before the trip to the south.

After the opening two rounds of the Premier League, Brentford's situation is quite similar to Bournemouth's. In the opening match, coach Keith Andrews and his team suffered a 1-3 defeat at Nottingham. But in the second round, Damsgaard and his teammates won 1-0 in the reception of Aston Villa.

Last season, Brentford reached the quarter-finals of the English League Cup, only to be stopped by a 1-3 defeat at the hands of Newcastle. But that was when the Bees were still led by coach Thomas Frank. Now, when the talented captain has listened to the call from Tottenham, the London team will have to rely on the ability of assistant Andrews.

Bournemouth vs Brentford squad information

Bournemouth: Enes Unal and Lewis Cook have not been able to return after injury.

Brentford: Vitaly Janelt and Ethan Pinnock are not available yet. Striker Yoane Wissa is unlikely to be included in the match list as he wants to leave Gtech Community Stadium.

Expected lineup Bournemouth vs Brentford

Bournemouth: Dennis; Smith, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert; Christie, Scott; Gannon Doak, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilson

Brentford: Valdimarsson; Hickey, Collins, Van den Berg, Lewis-Potter; Onyeka, Henderson; Ouattara, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago

Prediction: 2-1

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