Brentford host Wolfsburg on Friday evening. A last chance for Thomas to tinker with the team ahead of the season opener against Crystal Palace. A first chance for supporters to head back to the Gtech this time around.
This season we’ll once again be using these pages to look at every Brentford Premier League game – both before kick-off in the big match preview and afterwards in the top five player ratings article. With the Wolfsburg game being as much a chance for yours truly to get back in the saddle as it is everybody else, you can find our look ahead to this final friendly here.
Who is fit? Who could play? With Igor Thiago last seen in a Tesco mobility scooter, who starts up top?
As Brentford prepares to face Wolfsburg in their upcoming fixture, both teams are dealing with key injury concerns that could impact their lineup and strategies. For Brentford, manager Thomas Frank has been sweating over the fitness of several players. The Bees will likely be without their central defender, Ethan Pinnock, who is still recovering from a knee injury sustained in their previous match. Pinnock’s absence could force Frank to shuffle his defensive setup, potentially leading to an increased role for young prospect Mads Bech Sørensen. Additionally, midfielder Christian Nørgaard is a doubt due to a hamstring issue, leaving Brentford’s midfield potentially weakened. Frank remains hopeful that Nørgaard could make a late recovery, but the club is preparing for the possibility of his absence.
On the other side, Wolfsburg has its own injury challenges. Defender Maxence Lacroix is sidelined with a shoulder injury and will miss the clash, which may disrupt Wolfsburg’s defensive stability. Manager Niko Kovač has been working on alternative defensive arrangements, with experienced defender John Brooks potentially stepping in to fill Lacroix’s role. Midfielder Felix Nmecha is also a concern for Wolfsburg, having picked up a minor ankle injury. His participation is uncertain, which could force Kovač to consider tactical adjustments in the midfield.
Both teams are keen to secure a positive result, and the injury situation could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this match. Brentford will be looking to exploit any defensive weaknesses in Wolfsburg’s lineup, while Wolfsburg will aim to capitalize on any gaps in Brentford’s midfield. Fans can expect a closely contested game as both sides navigate these injury challenges.
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