Chelsea and Brentford Premier League derby

Overview

Chelsea and Brentford are preparing for a Premier League London derby at the Gtech Community Stadium scheduled for September 18, 2026.

Brentford enters the match undefeated this season with one win and three draws, though manager Keith Andrews faces significant injury concerns. Key absences include captain Nathan Collins, Sepp van den Berg, Antoni Milambo, Mathias Jansen, and Joshua Dasilva.

Chelsea, managed by Xabi Alonso, currently sits in sixth place following a 2-2 draw against Hull City. The team faces fitness uncertainties regarding captain Reece James and striker Joao Pedro, while the status of Moises Caicedo, Marco Palestra, Emmanuel Emegha, and Jordan Henderson remains under monitoring.

Entities

Xabi Alonso · Keith Andrews · João Pedro · Gtech Community Stadium · Chelsea

Timeline

1 day ago

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Chelsea and Brentford face off in Premier League London derby
Chelsea and Brentford face off in a Premier League London derby on September 18, 2026, with both clubs fighting for European qualification spots.
3 days ago

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Brentford faces injury setbacks ahead of Chelsea derby
Brentford captain Nathan Collins and midfielder Mathias Jensen are doubtful for Friday's West London derby against Chelsea due to injury concerns.

Sources

20bet.com · footballtoday.com · footballwhispers.com · khelnow.com · nnn.ng · readchelsea.com · soccernews.com · thesportsbank.net