Premier League 2025-2026: Brentford vs Man City Prediction
Brentford
Home Team
14%
VS
Man City
Away Team
73%
Draw: 13%
Over 2.5:
54%
Under 2.5:
46%
Goal:
56%
No Goal:
44%
Current Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liverpool | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 15 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 9 | 13 |
| 3 | Crystal Palace | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 12 |
| 4 | Tottenham | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 5 | Sunderland | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 11 |
| 6 | Bournemouth | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 11 |
| 7 | Man City | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| 8 | Chelsea | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 8 | 3 | 8 |
| 9 | Everton | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 8 |
| 10 | Brighton | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 8 |
| 11 | Fulham | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 8 | -1 | 8 |
| 12 | Leeds | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 9 | -3 | 8 |
| 13 | Brentford | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 11 | -2 | 7 |
| 14 | Man United | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 7 |
| 15 | Newcastle | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 6 |
| 16 | Aston Villa | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 6 |
| 17 | Nott'm Forest | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | -5 | 5 |
| 18 | Burnley | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 4 |
| 19 | West Ham | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 14 | -8 | 4 |
| 20 | Wolves | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 13 | -9 | 1 |
Recent Trends
Brentford
- Last Match: vs Man United (Goals: 3 - 1)
- 2nd Last Match: vs Fulham (Goals: 1 - 3)
- 3rd Last Match: vs Chelsea (Goals: 2 - 2)
- 4th Last Match: vs Sunderland (Goals: 1 - 2)
- 5th Last Match: vs Aston Villa (Goals: 1 - 0)
Man City
- Last Match: vs Burnley (Goals: 5 - 1)
- 2nd Last Match: vs Arsenal (Goals: 1 - 1)
- 3rd Last Match: vs Man United (Goals: 3 - 0)
- 4th Last Match: vs Brighton (Goals: 1 - 2)
- 5th Last Match: vs Tottenham (Goals: 0 - 2)
Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)
Brentford
Average Expected Goals (xG):
1.70
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA):
1.33
# Clean Sheets:
1
Man City
Average Expected Goals (xG):
1.85
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA):
1.15
# Clean Sheets:
1
Key Prediction Insights
The upcoming clash between Brentford and Manchester City is heavily tilted in favor of the visitors, with a 73.0% probability of a Man City victory. The match is expected to feature more than 2.5 goals, with a 54.0% probability for this outcome. Currently, Man City sits in 7th place in the Premier League standings, while Brentford occupies the 13th position.
Match Analysis
Brentford's recent performances show a mixed bag of results, with a win against Manchester United, a draw with Chelsea, and a loss to Fulham. They have been fairly consistent in scoring, averaging 2.0 goals per game, yet their defense has shown vulnerabilities, conceding an average of 1.0 goal per match. Brentford's expected goals metrics slightly lag behind their actual goal-scoring, indicating some missed opportunities in front of goal.
On the other hand, Manchester City comes into this match with confidence, having secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Burnley and a convincing 3-0 win against Manchester United. Their draw with Arsenal displayed resilience away from home. City's offensive prowess is evident with an average of 2.0 goals per game, closely aligned with their expected goals of 1.85, suggesting efficiency in converting chances. Defensively, City has been solid, with just 1.0 goal conceded on average per match in their last five games.
Final Prediction
Manchester City holds a significant edge in this matchup due to their superior form and standing. Their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, coupled with a relatively robust defense, could prove decisive against Brentford. A key factor to watch will be how Brentford's defense handles the relentless City attack, as any lapses could be costly.