Brentford and Everton are locked on 46 points and separated only by goal difference and face off in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. Kick off is at 3:00 pm, and with both teams still having hopes of qualifying for Europe, this could be a key contest. Find our match preview and best bets below.
Best Bets & Predictions
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why I’m Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-1 Correct Score | 6/1 @ Betfred (14.3%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Both teams average 1.48 and 1.19 goals per game but are bang even in the table. Three of their last ten meetings have finished 1-1 or 0-0, and both sides have drawn 7 of 31 this season (22.6%). The 6/1 (14.3% implied) is a touch big for a result that fits the form and the underlying numbers. |
| Mikkel Damsgaard Anytime Assist | 3/1 @ Bet365 (25%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Damsgaard has 4 assists in 28 appearances — one every 7 games, or a 14.3% per-game rate. But Brentford create 2.32 big chances per match and Everton have conceded from set pieces and open play. Damsgaard is on corners and free kicks, so the 3/1 (25% implied) is a fair each-way shout given the creative burden he carries. |
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How both teams go into Brentford vs Everton
Brentford have steadied themselves after their defeat to Brighton, going four games unbeaten, but three straight draws have slowed their momentum. A goalless game at Leeds exposed their lack of cutting edge, with the Bees failing to score in three of their last five and creating very little in attack.
They remain seventh and in the mix for Europe, though the gap is tight both above and below. Back at home this weekend, Brentford will hope to improve on a poor recent run at the Gtech, having not won there in four matches. They also face Everton with a chance to build on their earlier win this season and secure back to back league victories over them for the first time in decades.
Everton have been one of the form sides in the league since the end of December, picking up 21 points and winning three of their last four games. Wins over Newcastle and Burnley showed their attacking threat, and although they slipped late against Arsenal, they bounced back with an impressive 3-0 victory over Chelsea.
European qualification is now within reach, with Everton able to push into the top six with another win this weekend. They have been strong away from home, collecting more points on the road than at Goodison Park, and have a solid recent record at Brentford, going unbeaten in their last three visits despite conceding in each of their last four trips there.
Brentford team news
Brentford are dealing with several injuries, with Rico Henry, Fabio Carvalho, Antoni Milambo and Josh Dasilva all ruled out. Aaron Hickey, Vitaly Janelt and Mikkel Damsgaard will be checked before kickoff, leaving some uncertainty in the squad.
Everton team news
Everton are still without Jack Grealish, while Carlos Alcaraz is a doubt heading into the game. There is better news around Iliman Ndiaye, who could be fit to start after pulling out of international duty with a foot issue.
Season Form & Standings
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentford | 7th | 31 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 46 | 42 | +4 | 46 |
| Everton | 8th | 31 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 37 | 35 | +2 | 46 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Meetings
The last ten meetings are split: Brentford have three wins, Everton four, and three draws. Recent history doesn’t separate them either — the last game finished 4-2 to Brentford at Goodison, but two of the last five have been draws. Don’t expect a blowout.
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 04/01/26 | Everton 2-4 Brentford | Premier League |
| 26/02/25 | Brentford 1-1 Everton | Premier League |
| 23/11/24 | Everton 0-0 Brentford | Premier League |
| 27/04/24 | Everton 1-0 Brentford | Premier League |
| 23/09/23 | Brentford 1-3 Everton | Premier League |
| 11/03/23 | Everton 1-0 Brentford | Premier League |
Can Brentford or Everton Find an Edge? Final Thoughts
This is a match between two sides who are mirror images in the table, but Brentford have the sharper attack and Everton the tighter defence. I’m not lumping on a winner at 11/10 or 5/2. Instead, I’ll take the 1-1 correct score at 6/1 with Betfred and a nibble on Damsgaard to assist at 3/1 with Bet365.
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