Liverpool take on Brentford in a Premier League clash at home on Sunday and both teams will be looking to build on their match-winning performances from the opening weekend.
New Reds manager Arne Slot made a winning start as Liverpool defeated Ipswich Town 2-0.
Brentford, meanwhile, beat Crystal Palace 2-1, but their performance against Palace exposed some defensive vulnerabilities that they will need to address if they are to pick up points against stronger opponents.
Sports news Get the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kick-off times and the latest lineup news.
Liverpool vs Brentford live broadcast, tv channel
Here’s how to watch this Premier League match in the US:
TV Channel: Telemundo
Live broadcast: Peacock
This game is available for live streaming on Telemundo. Streaming options are available on Peacock.
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What time does Liverpool vs. Brentford play? kick off?
This Premier League clash will take place at Anfield in Liverpool, England and will kick off on Sunday, August 25 at 4:30 pm local time (BST).
Here’s how that time translates across the United States:
| Date | Start time | |
| Eastern Time | Sunday, August 25th | 11:30 am |
| Central Time | Sunday, August 25th | 10:30 am |
| Mountain Time | Sunday, August 25th | 9:30 am |
| Pacific Time | Sunday, August 25th | 8:30 am |
Liverpool vs Brentford lineups, team news
Liverpool are likely to field an almost identical starting XI for their first home game of the season against Brentford. Despite his early substitution against Ipswich Town, Jarell Quansah He has now suffered an injury during training and is doubtful for the weekend. This means that Ibrahima Konate It will almost certainly be associated Virgil van Dijk In central defense.
Elsewhere, Ryan Gravenberch He is expected to continue in a deeper midfield role, providing support to the attacking trio of Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo and Luis DiazLiverpool’s lack of new signings in the transfer window means their squad remains relatively unchanged.
Liverpool’s predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Alisson (GK)—Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson—Mac Allister, Gravenberch—Salah, Szoboszlai, Díaz—Jota.
Wounded: –
Suspended: –
Brentford will be without several key players for their game against Liverpool. The injured quartet Rico Henry, Igor Thiago, Josh Dasilva, and Aaron Hickey They will all be out of the game, while the star striker Ivan Toney Remains uncertain due to possible transfer interest.
However, Franc is optimistic that Henry will make his long-awaited return after the international break in September. Despite From Toney In an uncertain future, Bees will likely depend on Yoane Wissa to lead their attack. The Democratic Republic of Congo international has the chance to become the first player to score and assist in four consecutive Premier League games.
Sepp van den BergThe midfielder, who recently joined Brentford from Liverpool, is unlikely to start his first game for the club.
Brentford’s predicted XI (4-3-3 from right to left): Flekken (GK)—Roerslev, Collins, Pinnock, Ajer—Norgaard, Janelt, Jensen—Mbeumo, Wissa, Schade.
Wounded: Rico Henry, Igor Thiago, Josh Dasilva and Aaron Hickey
Suspended: –
Liverpool vs Brentford Prediction
Liverpool are expected to maintain their perfect start to the 2024-25 season with a comfortable win over Brentford. While the Bees have shown they can score goals, they have also been vulnerable defensively. With Liverpool’s strong attack and midfield, they should be able to create numerous chances and punish Brentford’s mistakes. The Reds’ full lineup will be a significant advantage and they are expected to dominate the match from start to finish.
Prediction:Liverpool 3-1 Brentford
Premier League fixture list this week
Saturday, August 24
- Brighton vs. Man Utd (7:30 a.m. ET)
- Tottenham vs. Everton (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Crystal Palace vs. West Ham (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Southampton vs. Nottingham Forest (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Fulham vs. Leicester City (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Manchester City vs. Ipswich Town (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Aston Villa vs. Arsenal (12:30 p.m. ET)
Sunday, August 25th
- Bournemouth vs. Newcastle (9:00 a.m. ET)
- Wolves vs. Chelsea (9:00 a.m. ET)
- Liverpool vs. Brentford (11:30 a.m. ET)
