Rosenior’s Premier League Debut Faces Brentford Test at Stamford Bridge

English Premier League  -  Chelsea VS Brentford
Match Time:17-01-2026 23:00 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Liam Rosenior will make his Premier League debut as Chelsea head coach when his team hosts Brentford at Stamford Bridge. The two sides previously shared a thrilling 2-2 draw at Brentford’s ground four months ago. Chelsea will be looking to secure a strong start under their new manager in this high-stakes clash.

Team Analysis:
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior faces a tough test after mixed results in his first week, including a 5-1 FA Cup win over Charlton and a 3-2 EFL Cup loss to Arsenal. The Blues struggle in the Premier League, winning just once in their last nine matches, while Brentford are in strong form, sitting fifth and unbeaten in their last three away games. Saturday’s clash at Stamford Bridge pits a Chelsea side desperate for momentum against a high-flying Brentford team with a solid record in recent London derbies.

Player Situation:
Chelsea face a depleted squad with key absences like Colwill, Lavia, and Mudryk, while Rosenior weighs late calls on Palmer, James, and Gusto. Moises Caicedo returns from suspension, and Alejandro Garnacho could start after his impressive substitute performance against Arsenal. Brentford are also missing key players, but Igor Thiago leads their attack in red-hot form, supported by Kevin Schade.

Result Prediction:
Chelsea and Brentford have both scored in Chelsea’s last eight matches, suggesting another open and competitive game at Stamford Bridge. With Rosenior’s side still adjusting and missing key players, they may struggle to contain Brentford’s momentum. The visitors are likely to secure at least a point from this clash.

Predicted Result: Chelsea 2-2 Brentford.