Excited for the Chelsea vs Brentford showdown this Saturday? It’s more than just a west London derby – it’s also the first Premier League game for Chelsea’s new head coach, Liam Rosenior, after Enzo Maresca’s exit. Rosenior had a mixed debut week with a win in the FA Cup and a close loss to Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. Meanwhile, Brentford’s Keith Andrews is riding high with his team sitting fifth in the league and aiming to capitalise on Chelsea’s busy schedule.
But if you’re wondering why this match isn’t on TV, here’s the scoop: a TV rule stops Saturday 3pm games from airing live to protect match attendance. Though you can’t catch it live on the telly, don’t worry! Highlights will be up shortly after on Sky Sports Premier League’s YouTube, and you can catch the wrap-up on Match of the Day at 10.30pm on BBC One.
For international fans, options vary: watch live in the USA on Peacock, in Australia on Stan Sport, and in South America via ESPN, while Africa tunes into SuperSport.
Who’s fit for the big game? Chelsea hopes to have Cole Palmer back, with Reece James and Malo Gusto also rejoining after a brief absence. However, forwards Liam Delap and Jamie Gittens remain doubts due to illness. Injuries mean Romeo Lavia and Levi Colwill will sit out again.
For Brentford, Jordan Henderson is sidelined after getting injured in their last FA Cup match. Josh Dasilva, Fabio Carvalho, and Antoni Milambo are out, keeping their squad limited.
Saturday promises to be a thrilling day for both teams! Will Rosenior’s debut in the Premier League bring Chelsea back to winning ways, or will Brentford continue their strong form? Tune into BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra for live commentary and stay connected for an exhilarating football weekend!