Bournemouth vs Brentford: EFL Cup Clash! Will the Cherries Conquer?
Bournemouth is set to host Brentford in an exciting EFL Cup second-round match! After their recent Premier League games, including a tough away fixture against Liverpool and a home game against Wolves, the Cherries are gearing up for another challenge against a fellow Premier League team. The match is scheduled for Tuesday at 7.45 pm and will be broadcast live on Sky.
New Manager at the Helm for Brentford
Brentford arrives at Dean Court with a new face in charge. Keith Andrews, previously the set-piece coach, has stepped in to replace Thomas Frank, who has taken over as the new manager at Spurs after Ange Postecoglou's departure.
Last Season's EFL Cup Journeys
Last season, Bournemouth's EFL Cup journey ended in the first game with a 1-0 defeat against West Ham at the London Stadium. Brentford, on the other hand, progressed further, defeating Colchester, Leyton Orient, and Sheffield Wednesday before being knocked out in the Quarter-final by Newcastle.
A Look Back: Bournemouth vs Brentford in the League Cup
The last time these two teams met in the League Cup was in 2002 at Dean Court. The game ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw after normal time, with no further goals in extra time. Bournemouth led 3-1 at half-time, thanks to goals from Danny Thomas and Alan Connell. However, Kevin O’Connor scored two penalties and Roman Vine added another for Brentford, leading to a 2-4 penalty shootout victory for the Bees.
Team News and Players to Watch
Bournemouth's main injury concerns are Enas Unal and Lewis Cook. Ryan Christie and Justin Kluivert are likely to start, along with Amine Adli and Ben Gannon-Doak.
Brentford has a few players sidelined due to injury, and Yoane Wissa is absent due to transfer speculation. Keep an eye on Brentford's old boy!
Brentford Taking the Cup Seriously
Brentford head coach Keith Andrews has stated they are taking the Carabao Cup clash "very, very seriously." He confirmed that Yoane Wissa will not be involved but emphasized the opportunity for other players to step up and prove themselves. Andrews believes that Dango [Ouattara] will be involved.
What to Expect
Andrews admires Bournemouth's high-energy style of play and expects a tough test. He aims to match their intensity and cause them problems.
- Bournemouth and Brentford face off in the EFL Cup.
- Brentford has a new manager, Keith Andrews.
- Both teams aiming for a strong showing in the competition.