Topic: MATCH PREVIEW: Brentford vs Liverpool - 12.30 Saturday 17th February

[Jookie]

Lol no chance Frank is anywhere near our level.
Done great at Brentford but clearly a mid table manager/coach

Currently 33/1 so an outside bet at this point

[Agent99]

The 3-3 game still pisses me off

[JackWard33]

Lol no chance Frank is anywhere near our level.
Done great at Brentford but clearly a mid table manager/coach

Thats not remotely clear - there’s every chance he’s a very good coach who could do well at a bigger club

[Lynndenberries]

Just get the 3 points.

[Nick110581]

This will be tough if we start sluggish.

They are a dangerous side and scored 3 against us the two times we have played there.

[Crosby Nick]

This will be tough if we start sluggish.

They are a dangerous side and scored 3 against us the two times we have played there.

They didn’t even have Toney last time. We were so soft back then. Different times (hopefully). First game there I think we were maybe caught a bit off guard. Ultimately we have no excuses for not being ready for them this time.

Wissa is back by the way. Back in training anyway so he likely will feature. Don’t really rate him but he scored in both those games, and I think had others disallowed.

[JC the Messiah]

Currently 33/1 so an outside bet at this point

Toney not interested, even with those odds

[Nick110581]

They didn’t even have Toney last time. We were so soft back then. Different times (hopefully). First game there I think we were maybe caught a bit off guard. Ultimately we have no excuses for not being ready for them this time.

Wissa is back by the way. Back in training anyway so he likely will feature. Don’t really rate him but he scored in both those games, and I think had others disallowed.

We improved second half last season.

City created about 20 chances but were also carved open quite easily.

[Crosby Nick]

We improved second half last season.

City created about 20 chances but were also carved open quite easily.

True. We made it 2-1 and had a 20 minutes or so where it looked as he most likely to score again but think we shot ourselves in the foot again for their third.

[Nick110581]

True. We made it 2-1 and had a 20 minutes or so where it looked as he most likely to score again but think we shot ourselves in the foot again for their third.

Yeah. Konate made an error.

Maybe the KO time will help.

[Cafe De Paris]

You live in the Congo?

With the Doctor no doubt.

[Dr. Beaker]

With the Doctor no doubt.

Well I think it's best.

[Gifted Right Foot]

This is going to be horrid. 

[Yorkykopite]

This is going to be horrid. 

It's already up. Read out, it's ok. Nick's done a decent job.

[Gifted Right Foot]

It's already up. Read out, it's ok. Nick's done a decent job.

 

[kavah]

Nice one Nick, our bogey team in London, especially with Toney, he's one of my favourite players to watch on the telly, I'd totally have him at LFV.

Based on nothing more than his haircut I can't stand Thomas Frank, I'll love him like if he's our next manager 

[spider-neil]

The most annoying Brentford memory is when Salah is through on goal to make it 3-1 and misses. Game ends 2-2. I think we were bullied in that game. Height or player that are good in the air are essential at the weekend. For instance, Endo and Jota aren’t tall but are good in the air.

[Fromola]

Not another 12:30 

At least we're not playing Wednesday for once.

Trent is a miss but Gomez or Bradley there should give us more solidity.

[Fromola]

The most annoying Brentford memory is when Salah is through on goal to make it 3-1 and misses. Game ends 2-2. I think we were bullied in that game. Height or player that are good in the air are essential at the weekend. For instance, Endo and Jota aren’t tall but are good in the air.

Was 3-3. Brentford had 3 shots and scored them all. We dominated the game iirc but whenever they attacked we were at 6s and 7s.

[MD1990]

Thats not remotely clear - there’s every chance he’s a very good coach who could do well at a bigger club

Im talking about a CL club
he is 50 its quite clear imo he wont ever manage a CL or title challenging club
Maybe a side like Villa or a club near the Europa but not a bigger club than that

[Raid]

Don't know whether it's a mental thing with 12.30's or if this is a genuinely dangerous banana skin.

It would be Harvey for me to start based on what we have available for that right sided central midfield berth. Bradley at right back providing width.

[redtel]

Enjoyed the preview Nick, reckon your line-up will be spot on.

Maybe you can insert the Toney gag after the game?

I once went to a Brentford game way back when working in London as I did all the grounds. Playing in the old Div 3 then at Griffin Park and what sticks in my memory is how vocal the crowd was, more so than other London grounds.
We might get a quieter afternoon with the early ko but wouldn’t bet on it.

A note about Thomas Frank. Two of my grandsons went to Paris via Copenhagen in ‘22. They met Frank in the duty free as they were with 4 others who crowded around and asked him if he was going as well. He said he was so they asked who he wanted to win straight out! He was stuck for words, smiled and moved off.
Coming out of the shop he came up to them and said “Liverpool” so they weren’t sure what to make of him.

After two winless visits to the new Community Stadium it’s time for three points and I’m sure Jurgen will be planning to take the sting out of them this time. The spectre of Oliver on the pitch with Coote on var brings back the memory of that Pickford assault with no punishment at all. Time for them to get things right. Please fellas.

[MoSzizlak]

Was 3-3. Brentford had 3 shots and scored them all. We dominated the game iirc but whenever they attacked we were at 6s and 7s.

They consistently got us by over loading the back post.

[Big Dirk]

They consistently got us by over loading the back post.

This season we’ve looked vulnerable from corner kicks so hopefully we are prepared for it.

[Crosby Nick]

They consistently got us by over loading the back post.

They did and they are generally quite clever from set pieces in terms of creating an overload or getting someone into lots of space. I reckon they’ll play three centre backs, then you have Toney and Norgaard who are big lads and strong in the air too. Part of the reason why I think we will play Joe, just not sure on which side. And harsh as it is with his recent form, why I think we’ll keep Harvey as a potential game changer off the bench.

[spider-neil]

I’ve just watched the 3-3 back. We had numerous chances to put the game to bed and Sanchez pull off an unbelievable save to keep out Jota.

[duvva 💅]

I’ve just watched the 3-3 back. We had numerous chances to put the game to bed and Sanchez pull off an unbelievable save to keep out Jota.

I thought Raya was in goal for them, maybe that’s why I mistakenly thought he was decent

[Crosby Nick]

I thought Raya was in goal for them, maybe that’s why I mistakenly thought he was decent

Yeah it was Raya. It was a very good reaction save from memory. And I remember the chance Mo clipped over. We shouldn’t be overly fearful as long as we are braces for what to expect. They’ve shipped a lot more goals this season than previously so they can be got at.

21/22 - conceded 56
22/23 - conceded 46
23/24 - conceded 39 in 23 - so on course to ship way more than last season, and probably more than 21/22 as well.

[Davidbowie]

These lot usually target Trent whenever we play, so Gomez at rightback could turn out to be a blessing in disguise.

I also have a feeling Salah will play a part in this (probably off the bench).

It's the midfield that we're a bit suspect, and the midfield 3 will have to be prepared for a physical battle.

We're due a win here though - 0-1

[Draex]

Let's go fuck these bastards up, up at em from minute one.

I'd be starting Bradley.

[Kenrick_66]

Enjoyed the preview Nick, reckon your line-up will be spot on.

Maybe you can insert the Toney gag after the game?

I once went to a Brentford game way back when working in London as I did all the grounds. Playing in the old Div 3 then at Griffin Park and what sticks in my memory is how vocal the crowd was, more so than other London grounds.
We might get a quieter afternoon with the early ko but wouldn’t bet on it.

A note about Thomas Frank. Two of my grandsons went to Paris via Copenhagen in ‘22. They met Frank in the duty free as they were with 4 others who crowded around and asked him if he was going as well. He said he was so they asked who he wanted to win straight out! He was stuck for words, smiled and moved off.
Coming out of the shop he came up to them and said “Liverpool” so they weren’t sure what to make of him.

After two winless visits to the new Community Stadium it’s time for three points and I’m sure Jurgen will be planning to take the sting out of them this time. The spectre of Oliver on the pitch with Coote on var brings back the memory of that Pickford assault with no punishment at all. Time for them to get things right. Please fellas.

They have to shout with all that Heathrow traffic passing overhead.

[JackWard33]

Nerd point - underlying numbers wise... this is our second hardest remaining away behind Villa

Would be a significant 3 points if we win it

[slotmachine]

Horrible 12.30 away this, similar vibes to the Palace away game in December. Thomas Frank looks like he could fuck off on a spiritual retreat to Koh Phangan for 3 months at any moment.

[Draex]

Horrible 12.30 away this, similar vibes to the Palace away game in December. Thomas Frank looks like he could fuck off on a spiritual retreat to Koh Phangan for 3 months at any moment.

My hope is we've had a full week off, no internationals so we should be fresh.

[killer-heels]

Nerd point - underlying numbers wise... this is our second hardest remaining away behind Villa

Would be a significant 3 points if we win it

NERD!

[K-Lo]

Enjoyed the preview Nick, reckon your line-up will be spot on.

Maybe you can insert the Toney gag after the game?

I once went to a Brentford game way back when working in London as I did all the grounds. Playing in the old Div 3 then at Griffin Park and what sticks in my memory is how vocal the crowd was, more so than other London grounds.
We might get a quieter afternoon with the early ko but wouldn’t bet on it.

A note about Thomas Frank. Two of my grandsons went to Paris via Copenhagen in ‘22. They met Frank in the duty free as they were with 4 others who crowded around and asked him if he was going as well. He said he was so they asked who he wanted to win straight out! He was stuck for words, smiled and moved off.
Coming out of the shop he came up to them and said “Liverpool” so they weren’t sure what to make of him.

After two winless visits to the new Community Stadium it’s time for three points and I’m sure Jurgen will be planning to take the sting out of them this time. The spectre of Oliver on the pitch with Coote on var brings back the memory of that Pickford assault with no punishment at all. Time for them to get things right. Please fellas.

I lived in South Ealing from 94 to 98 and Brentford was the nearest league team so I used to go to Griffin Park for the odd home game. I remember seeing Peter Shilton's Plymouth team play there (I've forgotten the result). Amazing to see them now in the new stadium and playing at the top level!!

Thanks for the op Nick, really good. Just one thing, I don't think Donate will start because he's so new to the team (sorry, kind of had to   )

[Qston]

Thanks for the OP Nick.

Tough game and the timing is a little unfortunate with Toney back and them having started to show a little upturn in form. I hate the 12.30 saturday kick offs. I agree with most on here that it will be a tight game with the odd goal winning it. I wonder if Mo may actually start ?

[BCCC]

Must win

[Kloppage Time]

Love the 12:30 Saturday kick off, piles the pressure on the chasing pack, great that we get soo many of them, we must be paying someone off?

[MD1990]

we really need to avoid as many set pieces as possible.