Overview
- The match kicks off at 3pm GMT on Saturday, January 17 at Stamford Bridge, with several outlets saying it is not scheduled for live UK TV due to the 3pm blackout and Peacock streaming it in the US.
- It will be Liam Rosenior’s first Premier League game in charge of Chelsea after an FA Cup win and a narrow Carabao Cup loss in his first week.
- Chelsea are winless in the league since December 13, 2025, with Moises Caicedo back from suspension and late fitness tests expected for Cole Palmer and Reece James.
- Brentford travel in fifth after a sustained unbeaten league run, with Jordan Henderson and Dango Ouattara being assessed following recent knocks and AFCON duty.
- Previews from major outlets diverge between a 2-2 draw and a narrow Chelsea victory, pointing to expectations of a high-tempo derby.