| Odds via Tonybet | |
| Bournemouth vs Brentford | Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 2:45 PM EDT |
| Bournemouth odds | -115 |
| Brentford odds | +280 |
| Draw | +280 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -182, No +135 |
Bournemouth vs Brentford Preview and Team News
Bournemouth Team News
Bournemouth have enjoyed a solid start to the 2025-26 Premier League campaign following a 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton the last time out. That victory allowed the Cherries to build on their 2-4 loss to Liverpool in the campaign opener, where they had already left a good impression. In their case, the W1, L1 record doesn’t tell the whole story.
Andoni Iraola’s men managed to compete toe to toe against Liverpool, but two late goals crumbled their chances of snatching a point away from Anfield. Meanwhile, the 1-0 victory over a reeling Wolverhampton side was a dominant one, as they clearly edged their rivals in the xG numbers (1.29 to 0.47). Bournemouth’s xG over the first two games stands at 3.36, the fifth-highest mark in the league.
Clean sheet ✔️ pic.twitter.com/Ig5U7chRyc
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) August 24, 2025
Iraola is expected to tweak the lineup a bit for this EFL Cup match, though key players such as Antoine Semenyo, Evanilson, and Marcos Senesi should still start. Enes Unal and Lewis Cook are the lone two absentees ahead of this clash, but all things considered, the Cherries should field a strong XI for this contest. New signing Ben Doak could get a starting nod after being on the bench the last time out.
Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Brentford (4-2-3-1): Dennis; Smith, Diakité, Senesi, Truffert; Christie, Scott; Doak, Kluivert, Semenyo; Evanilson.
Brentford Team News
Keith Andrews finally clinched his first win as a Premier League manager in his second attempt. After opening the 2025-26 season with a 3-1 away loss to Nottingham Forest, the Bees bounced back at home and secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Aston Villa. It wasn’t easy, as Brentford needed an early goal from Dango Ouattara in a game where they struggled to keep possession (24% to 73%).
Despite the win, Andrews’ men must turn the page quickly to focus on an entirely different competition. They’re expected to field a strong side even if some rotation takes place.
“We want to take it very, very seriously” 💬
Keith Andrews’ squad update ahead of tomorrow’s Carabao Cup trip to AFC Bournemouth ⤵️
— Brentford FC (@BrentfordFC) August 25, 2025
After all, a tournament like the EFL Cup represents their best chances of progressing far in a competition. They’ll have to face this match without Yoane Wissa, who won’t be available amid transfer rumours linking him with Newcastle.
With the potential of rotation in mind, don’t be surprised if Andrews decides to tweak the starting lineup. Names such as Aaron Hickey, Frank Onyeka, Jordan Henderson, and Hákon Rafn Valdimarsson could jump into the starting XI. Meanwhile, Ethan Pinnock, Vitaly Janelt, and Gustavo Nunes remain sidelined due to injuries and will be forced to sit this one out.
Brentford predicted lineup vs Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Valdimarsson; Hickey, Collins, Van den Berg, Henry; Onyeka, Henderson; Ouattara, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago.
Bournemouth vs Brentford Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 2:45 PM EDT
- Stadium: Vitality Stadium
- Location: Bournemouth, England
- Last match: Bournemouth 1:2 Brentford (March 15, 2025, Premier League)
Bournemouth vs Brentford Prediction, Odds
- Pick: Bournemouth to win
- Odds: -115 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Bournemouth 2-1 Brentford
Despite losing some key players during the break, Bournemouth’s offensive prowess should be enough to believe they can get the victory against a Brentford side that have looked far from their best in the early stages of the campaign.
Even though the Bees are coming off a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa, they haven’t looked entirely convincing and continue to struggle with the loss of key offensive pieces over the summer.
Bournemouth also have an edge depth-wise, and since both clubs could rotate some pieces here and there, that should also tip the scales towards Iraola’s men, who also benefit from home advantage.
Bournemouth vs Brentford Betting Tip
- Pick: Antoine Semenyo to score anytime – yes
- Odds: +195 (Tonybet)
Few players have been as decisive as Semenyo in the opening two rounds of the 2025-26 Premier League season. The Ghana international has been at the centre of nearly every dangerous play from the Cherries, and his direct involvement in all three of the team’s goals proves it.
He netted a brace against Liverpool and set up Marcus Tavernier’s winning goal against Wolves.
Iraola’s assessment on our first win of the new season 👏
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) August 23, 2025
Brentford kept a clean sheet against Aston Villa, but they had a tough time trying to slow down the opposing wingers, mainly Morgan Rogers. With Semenyo posing a real threat to a defensive line that’s still going through tactical adjustments, the Ghanaian might find the back of the net again.
Bournemouth will need him if they want to progress to the next round of the EFL Cup.
Bournemouth vs Brentford: Where to Watch (Canada)
- No broadcast available in Canada
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